Arrow Leaved Aster Seeds
- HOW TO GROW
- FAST FACTS
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HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Direct sow the Arrow-leaved Aster seed in late fall, planting it on the surface and watering it once. If direct sown in the spring, the seed must be stratified first by mixing it with moist sand and stored in the refrigerator for 60 days. To start the stratified 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 partial sun and medium to dry soil, and also tolerates sand, clay, or rocky soil. It may need occasional watering in dry weather. As the Aster Sagittifolius plant grows taller, it tends to become top heavy and may need support or staking. The lower leaves have a tendency to wither in dry weather. Keep weeds under control, since this plant does not like competition. Mature plants will benefit from division after two or three years of growth. Cut the stalks down to the ground at the end of the growing season for easier growth in the spring. The flowers attract numerous bees and butterflies, providing a valuable source of nectar in late fall.
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 the Arrow-leaved Aster seed as well as possible, then store it in a cool, dry place.
FAST FACTS
Common Names: Broad-leaved Aster, White Arrow-leaf Aster
Latin Name: Aster sagittifolius
Species Origin: US Native Wildflower
Type: Native Wildflowers
Life Cycle: Perennial
USDA Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
US Regions: Midwest, Northern, Northeast, Southeast
Seeds per Ounce: 130,000
Stratification: Cold/Wet for 8 Weeks
Germination Ease: Stratify 8 Weeks
Sunlight: Full Sun, Part Sun, Shade
Height: 36 Inches
Color: Blue
Bloom Season: Blooms Early Fall, Blooms Late Fall
Uses: Attracts Pollinators, Attracts Honeybees, Attracts Butterflies, Cut Flowers
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Ordered the Arrow leaved Aster for fall planting and it arrived timely. It is well packaged.
DESCRIPTION
HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Direct sow the Arrow-leaved Aster seed in late fall, planting it on the surface and watering it once. If direct sown in the spring, the seed must be stratified first by mixing it with moist sand and stored in the refrigerator for 60 days. To start the stratified 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 partial sun and medium to dry soil, and also tolerates sand, clay, or rocky soil. It may need occasional watering in dry weather. As the Aster Sagittifolius plant grows taller, it tends to become top heavy and may need support or staking. The lower leaves have a tendency to wither in dry weather. Keep weeds under control, since this plant does not like competition. Mature plants will benefit from division after two or three years of growth. Cut the stalks down to the ground at the end of the growing season for easier growth in the spring. The flowers attract numerous bees and butterflies, providing a valuable source of nectar in late fall.
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 the Arrow-leaved Aster seed as well as possible, then store it in a cool, dry place.
FAST FACTS
Common Names: Broad-leaved Aster, White Arrow-leaf Aster
Latin Name: Aster sagittifolius
Species Origin: US Native Wildflower
Type: Native Wildflowers
Life Cycle: Perennial
USDA Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
US Regions: Midwest, Northern, Northeast, Southeast
Seeds per Ounce: 130,000
Stratification: Cold/Wet for 8 Weeks
Germination Ease: Stratify 8 Weeks
Sunlight: Full Sun, Part Sun, Shade
Height: 36 Inches
Color: Blue
Bloom Season: Blooms Early Fall, Blooms Late Fall
Uses: Attracts Pollinators, Attracts Honeybees, Attracts Butterflies, Cut Flowers
Reviews
Review
Nice Product
Ordered the Arrow leaved Aster for fall planting and it arrived timely. It is well packaged.
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