{"title":"Aster Seeds","description":"\u003cdiv data-content-type=\"row\" data-appearance=\"contained\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\u003cdiv data-enable-parallax=\"0\" data-parallax-speed=\"0.5\" data-background-images=\"{}\" data-background-type=\"image\" data-video-loop=\"true\" data-video-play-only-visible=\"true\" data-video-lazy-load=\"true\" data-video-fallback-src=\"\" data-element=\"inner\" data-pb-style=\"FQ7HSLR\"\u003e\u003cdiv data-content-type=\"html\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e(\u003ci\u003eCallistephus chinensis\u003c\/i\u003e) These gorgeous annual flowers are native to China and Korea but are cultivated worldwide for their showy, ornamental blooms. In the late summer and fall, the blossoms offer a dazzling rainbow of colors that is sure to delight the senses. Asters can also be brought indoors to brighten the home, as they keep quite well in a vase.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"aster-matsumoto-formula-mixed","title":"Aster Seeds, Matsumoto Formula Mixed","description":"\u003cp\u003eA stunning rainbow of color from beautiful Japan. A vivid mix of double-flowered asters, with impressive disease tolerance. This blend of bold purple, fuchsia, lavender, pink, red, white, and apricot is a perfect fit for containers, beds, borders, and of course, cut flower design! The sturdy stems reach 24-30 inches in length. 2-3 inch diameter flowers with yellow centers. The extra-full petals with their attractive colors are highly desired for floral design, making incredible arrangements. Asters have long graced beds and borders and cottage gardens. Even the famous gardening president, Thomas Jefferson, was said to have an appreciation for the sturdy and brilliant blooms of China asters. Flower farmers and supporters of the slow flowers movement especially appreciate the peony flowering asters, which look regal and expensive but are really easy growing and rugged in nature and much less fussy than actual peonies.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips: \u003c\/strong\u003eSow in place in spring, or start plants indoors and grow for several weeks. Carefully set out after last frost. Requires full sun and rich soil. Removing spent blooms prolongs the blooming season.   \u003cstrong\u003eMore Aster Growing Tips \u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511758651678,"sku":"FL352","price":3.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/aster_matsumoto_formula_mix_1.jpg?v=1783520523"},{"product_id":"aster-star-pastel-mix","title":"Aster Seeds, Star Pastel Mix","description":"\u003cp\u003eGlitzy and glamorous, this mix produces clusters of large, glistening sea urchin shaped blooms in pastel colors from pinks to whites and lavender. The blooms lure in pollinators like bees and butterflies. Try this abundant blooming flower for incredibly elegant bouquets. This popular selection from Europe is among the finest asters we have tried.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips: \u003c\/strong\u003eSow in place in spring, or start plants indoors and grow for several weeks. Carefully set out after last frost. Requires full sun and rich soil. Removing spent blooms prolongs the blooming season.   \u003cstrong\u003eMore Aster Growing Tips \u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511759044894,"sku":"FL337","price":4.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/aster_star_pastel_mix_1.jpg?v=1782404448"},{"product_id":"aster-matsumoto-blue","title":"Aster Seeds, Matsumoto Blue","description":"\u003cp\u003eA marvelous semi-double bloomed aster with blazing blue petals and contrasting yellow centers. Plants stand 26 inches tall, with semi-double blooms reaching 2 inches across. This is a stunning selection, perfect for pots on the patio, beds, borders, and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips: \u003c\/strong\u003eSow in place in spring or start plants indoors and grow for several weeks. Carefully set out after last frost. Requires full sun and rich soil. Removing spent blooms prolongs the blooming season.   \u003cstrong\u003eMore Aster Growing Tips \u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511796072734,"sku":"FL367","price":3.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/aster_matsumoto_blue_lss_dsc_2692_copy.jpg?v=1782405412"},{"product_id":"aster-benary-s-princess-bright-red","title":"Aster Seeds, Benary's Princess Bright Red","description":"\u003cp\u003eA rare and wonderful color! Blazing and bold crimson-rose color with fully double petals make this a top choice for design in the landscape or as a cut flower. 3- to 4-inch blooms are magnificent to behold. Vibrant blooms sit atop 28-inch tall stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore Aster Growing Tips \u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511812489502,"sku":"FL394","price":3.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/aster_benarys_princess_bright_red_lss_dsc_0286.jpg?v=1782405929"},{"product_id":"aster-gala-lavender","title":"Aster Seeds, Gala Lavender","description":"\u003cp\u003eFluffy and fully double pincushion blooms in a lovely light lavender color. Blooms reach 3 to 4 inches across and stand atop sturdy 30-inch stems. A reliable and regal choice for floral design that no cutting garden should be without! Excellent in beds, borders, and containers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore Aster Growing Tips \u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511812587806,"sku":"FL395","price":3.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/aster_gala_lavender_zs014.jpg?v=1782405958"},{"product_id":"aster-seeds-gala-carmine-rose","title":"Aster Seeds, Gala Carmine Rose","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Gala Carmine Rose boasts striking, showy blooms with double pincushion petals that reach 4 inches across on strong stems. These China asters thrive in rich, well-drained soil and full sun to part shade. 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