Johnsons – Aster Milady Mix – 150 Seeds

Description

Free flowering dwarf variety producing masses of large blooms. The compact plants have sturdy stems and good wilt resistance. For bedding or containers. For indoor sowing
When February to April.
Where In trays of seed compost.
How Sow thinly, cover with 0.5cm of compost. Firm gently and keep moist. Cover tray with glass, polythene or propagator lid. Keep at approx. 15-20°C. Seedlings appear 14-21 days.
Care Remove cover when seedlings appear. When large enough transplant 5cm apart in trays. Gradually acclimatise plants to outside conditions from late May onwards (avoid frosts). Transplant 20cm apart in flowering position. Keep moist and weed free
Flowers July to October.
For outdoor sowing
When April to May.
Where In a prepared seed bed in flowering position.
How Sow thinly in rows 25cm apart. Cover with 0.5cm of fine soil. Firm gently and keep moist.
Care When large enough thin to 20cm apart. Keep moist and weed free.
Flowers July to October. Remove dead heads to prolong flowering. Grow some in pots to add late summer colour where required.