Callistephus
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Fact sheet
every fact quoted from its source“Annual | Vibrant daisy-like blooms | Excellent cut flower” — Callistephus chinensis (China Aster)
“10-14 days at 70-72°F (21-22°C)” — How to Grow China Aster (Callistephus) | Johnny's Selected Seeds
“70-72°F (21-22°C)” — How to Grow China Aster (Callistephus) | Johnny's Selected Seeds
“Sun.” — How to Grow China Aster (Callistephus) | Johnny's Selected Seeds
“Keep soil evenly moist during germination. DO NOT LET IT DRY OUT—once seeds begin absorbing water (imbibition), drying can kill the seed embryo, and even brief dryness after sprouting can kill seedlings.” — Callistephus chinensis (China Aster)
“pH: 5.5-7.5 preferred” — How to Grow China Aster (Callistephus) | Johnny's Selected Seeds
“Deadhead spent flowers regularly to promote extended blooming.” — Callistephus chinensis (China Aster)
“Avoid overhead watering to prevent fungal diseases like aster wilt.” — Callistephus chinensis (China Aster)
Who grows this
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Where this comes from
- Name and place in the family tree: GBIF Backbone Taxonomy (CC BY 4.0)
- Fact sheet: 2 source pages, read and quoted by the OmniGrow Librarian