Aster Seeds – Novi-Belgii

Aster Novi-Belgii Seeds produce vibrant and long-lasting blooms that brighten up gardens from late summer to fall. Known for their star-shaped flowers, these asters attract pollinators like butterflies and bees, making them ideal for borders, garden beds, and wildflower landscapes. Their hardy nature allows them to thrive in cooler temperatures, ensuring consistent flowering year after year.

Features:

• Produces elegant, daisy-like blooms in shades of pink, purple, blue, and white

• Ideal for perennial borders and cottage gardens

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators

• Drought-tolerant once established

• Low maintenance and long-lasting blooms

• Suitable for containers, borders, and garden edges

Specifications:

• Common Name: New York Aster

• Scientific Name: Aster novi-belgii

• Plant Type: Perennial

• Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil Type: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil

• Watering: Regular; keep soil moist but not waterlogged

• Blooming Season: Late summer to fall (August to October)

• Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 4–8

• Plant Height: 18–48 inches (45–120 cm)

• Plant Spacing: 12–18 inches apart

• Germination Time: 14–21 days

• Best Sowing Months:

  • Indoors: February to April

  • Outdoors: After last frost (April to June)

• Temperature for Germination: 65–70°F (18–21°C)

Growing Tips:

• Sow seeds on the soil surface and lightly press in without covering deeply.

• Keep the soil consistently moist during germination.

• Transplant seedlings when they have at least two true leaves.

• Deadhead faded flowers to encourage continuous blooming.