Aster King-Size Apricot Seeds

A Late-Season Showstopper in Warm Apricot

The Aster King-Size Apricot (Callistephus chinensis 'King-Size Apricot') is a magnificent annual aster bearing large, fully double blooms in a gorgeous warm apricot tone — a colour that glows in the late summer and autumn garden when many other flowers are fading. With its long, strong stems and generous, dahlia-like flower heads, this is a premier cut flower variety that brings a touch of warmth and abundance to any arrangement or border.

Why Gardeners Love It

• 🌸 Large, fully double apricot blooms — rich, warm tones that glow beautifully in late summer and autumn light
• ✂️ Exceptional cut flower — long, strong stems and long vase life make it a florist favourite
• 📏 Grows 60–80 cm tall — ideal for cutting gardens, borders, and cottage-style beds
• 🐝 Attracts butterflies and late-season pollinators — a valuable late-blooming nectar source
• 🌱 Easy to grow from seed — reliable and rewarding for gardeners of all levels

Growing Tips for New Zealand

Sow 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 well throughout NZ, flowering from late summer into autumn — a vital burst of colour as the season winds down.

What's in the Packet

Each packet contains 10 seeds of Aster King-Size Apricot (Callistephus chinensis 'King-Size Apricot').