Smooth Blue Aster Seeds
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HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Direct sow Smooth Blue Aster seeds in late fall or early spring, planting it just under the surface and watering it once. To start Aster Laevis seed indoors, sow it in a flat; keep the soil evenly moist and at a temperature of 65-70 degrees F until germination, which should take place within 14-20 days. Transplant the seedlings after the last frost of spring.
Growing: This plant prefers well drained soil and full sun, but also tolerates shallow, rocky soil or moist areas. It can tolerate heat and drought, but will benefit from an occasional watering in especially dry weather. This plant spreads by rhizomes and by reseeding, forming a colony over time if volunteer plants are not removed. These plants may need staking or support. Mature plants will benefit from division after two or three years of growth. The flowers attract bees and butterflies, and often continue blooming well after frost. Deer sometimes eat the foliage of this plant, though not to a damaging extent.
Harvesting: Asters make lovely cut flowers. Cut the stems long, choosing flowers that have just opened.
Seed Saving: After flowering, the plant will produce seed heads containing small clusters of seed with white fluff. Since sparrows and goldfinches love to eat the seed, harvest it promptly to avoid loss. Cut the mature seed heads, or shake them into a container to remove the seed material. Clean Smooth Blue Aster seeds as well as possible, then store it in a cool, dry place.
FAST FACTS
Latin Name: Aster laevis
Species Origin: US Native Wildflower
Type: Native Wildflowers
Life Cycle: Perennial
USDA Zones: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
US Regions: Mountain, Arid/Desert, Plains/Texas, Midwest, Northern, Northeast, Southeast
Seeds per Ounce: 51,500
Stratification: No Stratification
Germination Ease: No Stratification
Sunlight: Full Sun, Part Sun
Height: 40 Inches
Color: Blue
Bloom Season: Blooms Early Fall, Blooms Late Fall
Uses: Attracts Pollinators, Attracts Honeybees, Attracts Butterflies, Cut Flowers
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DESCRIPTION
HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Direct sow Smooth Blue Aster seeds in late fall or early spring, planting it just under the surface and watering it once. To start Aster Laevis seed indoors, sow it in a flat; keep the soil evenly moist and at a temperature of 65-70 degrees F until germination, which should take place within 14-20 days. Transplant the seedlings after the last frost of spring.
Growing: This plant prefers well drained soil and full sun, but also tolerates shallow, rocky soil or moist areas. It can tolerate heat and drought, but will benefit from an occasional watering in especially dry weather. This plant spreads by rhizomes and by reseeding, forming a colony over time if volunteer plants are not removed. These plants may need staking or support. Mature plants will benefit from division after two or three years of growth. The flowers attract bees and butterflies, and often continue blooming well after frost. Deer sometimes eat the foliage of this plant, though not to a damaging extent.
Harvesting: Asters make lovely cut flowers. Cut the stems long, choosing flowers that have just opened.
Seed Saving: After flowering, the plant will produce seed heads containing small clusters of seed with white fluff. Since sparrows and goldfinches love to eat the seed, harvest it promptly to avoid loss. Cut the mature seed heads, or shake them into a container to remove the seed material. Clean Smooth Blue Aster seeds as well as possible, then store it in a cool, dry place.
FAST FACTS
Latin Name: Aster laevis
Species Origin: US Native Wildflower
Type: Native Wildflowers
Life Cycle: Perennial
USDA Zones: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
US Regions: Mountain, Arid/Desert, Plains/Texas, Midwest, Northern, Northeast, Southeast
Seeds per Ounce: 51,500
Stratification: No Stratification
Germination Ease: No Stratification
Sunlight: Full Sun, Part Sun
Height: 40 Inches
Color: Blue
Bloom Season: Blooms Early Fall, Blooms Late Fall
Uses: Attracts Pollinators, Attracts Honeybees, Attracts Butterflies, Cut Flowers
Reviews
Review
5 stars for now...
I am planting these this long holiday weekend, so I'll know more in a few weeks. I love this site, love the buying experience and the quick shipping. My new place for wildflower seeds!
Review
Thank you for the great seeds and how they are packaged.
Great seeds. The package tells you everything you need to know. Very professional company.
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