China aster 'Sea Star'

Callistephus chinensis

How to grow China aster 'Sea Star'

  • Partial Sun

  • Medium

Try to plant in a location that enjoys partial sun and remember to water moderately. Sea Star is generally regarded as a tender plant, so it is really important to plant out well after your last frost date. Sea Star needs a soil ph of 5.1 to 7.5 (weakly acidic soil - weakly alkaline soil).

Growing Sea Star from seed

Ensure a seed sowing distance of 8.58 inches (22.0 cm). For optimal germination, soil temperature should be a minimum of 21°C / 70°F.

By our calculations, you should look at sowing Sea Star about 42 days before your last frost date.

Transplanting Sea Star

Sea Star is tender, so ensure you wait until all danger of frost has passed in your area before considering planting outside.

Harvesting Sea Star