Asters
Asters are native to the United States and can be seen blooming in yards and roadsides every fall. They come in several colors (blues, purples, pinks) and are fairly resistant to insects and disease. In summary, garden asters are extremely hardy.
There are many different types of aster flowers ranging in colors as well as heights. Some of the more common types include:
Asters can be grown very well when planted directly from seed versus transplanting them. To grow them from seed, follow these steps:
1- Dampen the seeds between 2 paper towels (make sure they stay moist during germination).
2- Wait, germination usually occurs within 10 days.
3- Once the seeds germinate, it’s time to plant them.
4- Place them in the soil about 3 inches apart.
5- Later, when the seedlings have produced 4 leaves, transplant them about 1 foot apart.
Aster flowers will grow well in average soils, but as with all plants, they will especially thrive if plenty of compost is used. Once asters are established, they should thrive and grow for years. |