{"product_id":"aster-cut-flower-mix-seeds","title":"Aster Cut Flower Mix Seeds","description":"\u003ch2\u003eA Full Palette of Colour for Your Cutting Garden\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAster Cut Flower Mix\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem\u003eCallistephus chinensis\u003c\/em\u003e) brings together a glorious blend of annual aster colours — from soft whites and blush pinks to rich purples, deep blues, and warm reds — in one generous packet. Large, fully double blooms on long strong stems make this mix a cutting garden essential, delivering armfuls of colour from late summer right through to the first frosts. Whether you're filling a vase or planting a border, this mix delivers a spectacular, ever-changing display.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy Gardeners Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌈 \u003cstrong\u003eFull spectrum of colours\u003c\/strong\u003e — whites, pinks, purples, blues, and reds all in one packet for a vibrant mixed display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✂️ \u003cstrong\u003eExceptional cut flower\u003c\/strong\u003e — long, strong stems and excellent vase life, perfect for mixed bouquets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e📏 \u003cstrong\u003eGrows 60–80 cm tall\u003c\/strong\u003e — ideal for cutting gardens, cottage borders, and mixed beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🐝 \u003cstrong\u003eAttracts butterflies and late-season pollinators\u003c\/strong\u003e — a valuable nectar source as summer winds down\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌱 \u003cstrong\u003eEasy to grow from seed\u003c\/strong\u003e — reliable and rewarding for gardeners of all levels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Tips for New Zealand\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSow seeds indoors in seed trays 6–8 weeks before the last frost, or direct sow in spring once soil has warmed. Transplant seedlings to 30–40 cm apart in a sunny position with fertile, well-drained soil. Asters prefer a neutral to slightly alkaline soil — add lime if your soil is acidic. Water regularly but avoid waterlogging. Pinch out growing tips when young to encourage bushy plants and more blooms. Performs beautifully throughout NZ, flowering from late summer into autumn.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the Packet\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach packet contains \u003cstrong\u003e10 seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e of Aster Cut Flower Mix (\u003cem\u003eCallistephus chinensis\u003c\/em\u003e), a blend of mixed colours.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chbotanics Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45028928880709,"sku":null,"price":4.5,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0734\/2974\/5733\/files\/image_81731010-2e66-4b70-a315-d18ee86abad0.png?v=1780703104","url":"https:\/\/chbotanics.co.nz\/products\/aster-cut-flower-mix-seeds","provider":"Chbotanics Seeds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}