Dwarf Queen Mix Aster Seeds

Dwarf Queen Mix Aster is a colorful blend of compact China Asters that produces an abundance of large, fully double blooms in a wide range of brilliant shades including pink, rose, lavender, purple, red, white, and soft apricot. The densely petaled flowers resemble miniature chrysanthemums and create an impressive display of color on sturdy, well-branched plants. This outstanding mixture delivers months of vibrant blooms while maintaining a compact habit ideal for borders, containers, and cutting gardens.

Each planting offers a delightful surprise as plants reveal their unique colors throughout the season. The large blooms rise above attractive green foliage and provide continuous beauty from midsummer until frost, creating a dazzling tapestry of color wherever they are grown.

Growing Information

Dwarf Queen Mix thrives in full sun and fertile, well-drained soil. Plants typically reach 12 to 18 inches tall and develop a compact, bushy habit that supports numerous large flowers. Their uniform growth and manageable size make them ideal for front-of-border plantings and decorative containers.

Blooming begins in midsummer and continues until frost. Regular deadheading encourages additional flower production and helps maintain a tidy appearance throughout the growing season.

Seed Sowing Instructions

• Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last expected frost or sow outdoors after danger of frost has passed.
• Cover seeds lightly with soil.
• Maintain temperatures between 65-70°F (18-21°C).
• Germination generally occurs within 7-14 days.
• Space plants 10-12 inches apart.
• Provide full sun and good air circulation.

• Botanical Name: Callistephus chinensis
• Height: 12-18 inches
• Spread: 10-12 inches
• Life Cycle: Annual
• Sun Requirements: Full Sun
• Days to Germination: 7-14 Days
• Bloom Season: Mid-Summer through Frost
• Container Friendly: ★★★★★
• Cut Flower Value: ★★★★★
• Pollinator Friendly: ★★★★☆
• Flower Production: ★★★★★
• Color Diversity: ★★★★★
• Difficulty: ★☆☆☆☆ Easy to Grow