China aster 'Ostrich Feather'

Remove the spent flower blooms to prolong the flowering period

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

sow directly in the spring after the soil has warmed. Only cover very lightly. Thin to 25cm

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 Ostrich Feather about 42 days before your last frost date.

Can be started earlier in the spring and grown under glass, plant out when the soil has warmed

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