Aster 'The Roses Mix'

The Roses Mix Aster (Callistephus chinensis)

The Roses Mix offers a delicate dance of creamy pink and pure white blooms, blending King Apricot and classic white asters into a harmonious bouquet of soft elegance. Each elaborate flower opens up to 3 inches across, revealing slightly curled petals that swirl gently like petals on a garden rose—full, layered, and utterly charming. The petals’ creamy shades range from blushing apricot-pinks to the freshest whites, creating a romantic palette that feels both timeless and whimsically rustic.

For best results, frequent harvesting encourages generous cut-flower production, while diligent deadheading helps prolong and enhance the blooming season, allowing these beauties to shine well into autumn.

Also known as Michaelmas Daisy and China Aster, The Roses Mix pairs beautifully with soft lavender, dusty miller foliage, and pale mauve cosmos—ideal companions to craft romantic bouquets or enchanting garden borders.

A graceful blend that captures the gentle spirit of roses with the easy charm and long-lasting beauty of asters.

DETAILS:

QTY: 50

TYPE: Annual

SITE: Full Sun

DEPTH: 1/8"

GERMINATION: 10-14 days at 21-22°C

HEIGHT: 28-32”

MATURITY: 110-120 Days

SPACING: 9-12”

PINCH: Not Necessary

HOW TO GROW:

Transplanting (recommended): Start seeds indoors in trays 6–8 weeks before the last frost. Do not bury seeds deeply; lightly cover with soil or vermiculite, as light aids germination. To avoid displacing the seeds, mist or bottom water gently. Harden off seedlings by gradually exposing them to outdoor conditions for 7–10 days before transplanting outdoors after all danger of frost has passed.

Direct Seeding (alternative): Sow seeds directly outdoors once soil temperatures consistently reach 18–$21°C$. Thin seedlings to a final spacing of 6–12 inches apart, depending on the variety.

Pinching and Support: Pinching isn't strictly necessary for asters, it is a tool you can use to encourage branching and a more abundant harvest of blooms Provide support with stakes, a trellis, or netting, especially for taller varieties.

Soil Preference and Watering: China aster prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Keep the soil consistently moist, especially during germination and establishment. Once mature, water regularly, but avoid overwatering, which can lead to disease.

Fertilizing: China aster is a heavy feeder. Amend the soil with compost before planting. For optimal growth and blooms, fertilize with a balanced liquid fertilizer every 2–4 weeks.

Harvesting: For bouquets, harvest stems when the flowers are about three-quarters of the way open. Cut in the early morning or late evening and immediately place in a vase of water.