Decurrent False Aster Seeds
- HOW TO GROW
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HOW TO GROW
Sowing: In late fall, direct sow the seed on the surface of the soil. For spring planting, mix the seed with moist sand and store it in the refrigerator for 60 days before direct sowing on the surface of the soil; these seeds need light to germinate. Keep the soil very wet until germination. Thin or transplant the seedlings.
Growing: Keep the soil very moist; this plant naturally occurs in floodplains and can thrive even in standing water, though it also tolerates average soil. Taller plants may need support or staking. For tidier growth, the plant may be pruned back by one third before the the buds form. Keep weeds down to a minimum, since it does not do well with competition. This plant attracts butterflies.
Harvesting: For fresh flowers, cut the stems at ground level and place them in water immediately.
Seed Saving: After the flowers fade, the seed heads will form mature seed. Ripe seed will be a pale tan color, and light enough to be carried by the wind. Shake the plant over a container to gather the ripe seed. Store the seed in a cool, dry place.
FAST FACTS
Common Names: Clasping Leaf Doll's Daisy, Winged False Aster,
Latin Name: Boltonia decurrens
Species Origin: US Native Wildflower
Type: Native Wildflowers
Life Cycle: Perennial
USDA Zones: 5, 6
US Regions: Midwest
Seeds per Ounce: 150,000
Stratification: Cold/Wet for 8 Weeks
Germination Ease: Stratify 8 Weeks
Sunlight: Full Sun
Height: 72 Inches
Color: White
Bloom Season: Blooms Early Fall, Blooms Late Fall
Uses: Cut Flowers, Deer Resistant
Great packaging
Good amount of seeds
DESCRIPTION
HOW TO GROW
Sowing: In late fall, direct sow the seed on the surface of the soil. For spring planting, mix the seed with moist sand and store it in the refrigerator for 60 days before direct sowing on the surface of the soil; these seeds need light to germinate. Keep the soil very wet until germination. Thin or transplant the seedlings.
Growing: Keep the soil very moist; this plant naturally occurs in floodplains and can thrive even in standing water, though it also tolerates average soil. Taller plants may need support or staking. For tidier growth, the plant may be pruned back by one third before the the buds form. Keep weeds down to a minimum, since it does not do well with competition. This plant attracts butterflies.
Harvesting: For fresh flowers, cut the stems at ground level and place them in water immediately.
Seed Saving: After the flowers fade, the seed heads will form mature seed. Ripe seed will be a pale tan color, and light enough to be carried by the wind. Shake the plant over a container to gather the ripe seed. Store the seed in a cool, dry place.
FAST FACTS
Common Names: Clasping Leaf Doll's Daisy, Winged False Aster,
Latin Name: Boltonia decurrens
Species Origin: US Native Wildflower
Type: Native Wildflowers
Life Cycle: Perennial
USDA Zones: 5, 6
US Regions: Midwest
Seeds per Ounce: 150,000
Stratification: Cold/Wet for 8 Weeks
Germination Ease: Stratify 8 Weeks
Sunlight: Full Sun
Height: 72 Inches
Color: White
Bloom Season: Blooms Early Fall, Blooms Late Fall
Uses: Cut Flowers, Deer Resistant
Reviews
Review
Great packaging
Good amount of seeds