Aster Duchess Blue Ice Seeds - Beautiful Flowers for Your Garden

Growing Information:

Key Attributes:

• Product Name: Aster Duchess Blue Ice
• Quantity: Available in packs of 100, 500, or 1000 seeds per pack
• Mature Height: Typically grows to a height of 18-24 inches (45-60 cm)
• Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, fertile, and moist soil
• Uses: Ideal for borders, containers, and cut flowers

Product Details:

• Germination Rate: High
• Seed Freshness: New, ensuring optimal germination
• Origin: Sustainably sourced seeds
• Shelf Life: Best planted within 1 year for maximum germination success

Planting Instructions:

• Seed Preparation:

  • Aster Duchess Blue Ice seeds typically do not require stratification. Ensure seeds are fresh and free from damage.

• Sowing:

  • Start indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date or sow directly outdoors after the danger of frost has passed.
  • Method: Sow seeds thinly on the surface of moist seed-starting mix or a prepared garden bed.

• Germination:

  • Cover lightly with soil (about 1/8 inch), as light aids germination for aster seeds.
  • Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

• Transplanting:

  • Transplant seedlings outdoors once they have developed their second set of true leaves and all danger of frost has passed.
  • Space plants 12-18 inches apart in well-prepared garden soil.

Care and Maintenance:

• Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods.
• Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming.
• Mulch around plants to help retain moisture and suppress weeds.
• Divide clumps every few years to maintain vigor.

Aster Duchess Blue Ice is a beautiful variety that thrives in sunny or partially shaded locations. It’s perfect for adding color to borders, containers, or as fresh cut flowers. Enjoy growing these stunning asters!