A detailed close up of Valkyrie Chamois aster bloom on a white background.
An arrangement of Valkyrie Chamois Aster flowers in a ceramic teapot on white.
A close-up view of Valkyrie Chamois Asters.
Valkyrie Chamois Asters in a light green glass vase on a white background.
Valkyrie Chamois Asters are brushed by the morning sun in the gardens at Baker Creek.
A detailed close up of Valkyrie Chamois aster bloom on a white background.
An arrangement of Valkyrie Chamois Aster flowers in a ceramic teapot on white.
A close-up view of Valkyrie Chamois Asters.
Valkyrie Chamois Asters in a light green glass vase on a white background.
Valkyrie Chamois Asters are brushed by the morning sun in the gardens at Baker Creek.

Aster Seeds,
Valkyrie Chamois

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Description

Soft peachy-apricot blooms with quilled petals lend vintage elegance to any garden or bouquet. This standout from the Valkyrie range of China asters offers long-lasting, showy flowers on strong stems—perfect for cutting and pairing with both pastels and bold colors.

Plant Details

Botanical Name
Callistephus chinensis
Life Cycle
Annual
Sun Requirement
Full sun
Days to Germinate
10–14
Days to Maturity
110–120
Planting Depth
⅛ in.
Plant Spacing
10–12 in.
Ideal Temperature
65–75°F
Frost Hardy
No

When to Grow

Valkyrie Chamois is a cool-season annual that is not frost hardy, with a spring planting window. Sow ⅛ inch deep and watch for seedlings in 10 to 14 days. Allow 110 to 120 days from sowing to the first quilled, peachy-apricot blooms.

How to Sow and Plant

  • Seeds germinate in 10-20 days.
  • Start indoors 4-6 weeks before last frost, or direct seed outdoors after last frost.
  • Ideal germination temperature is 70 F.
  • Special note: When sowing your own saved seed, it is helpful to stratify (cold treat) seeds for 2 weeks before sowing.

How to Grow

  • Prefers full sun to light shade, well-drained soil, and moderate moisture.
  • Space plants to 8-12 inches apart.
  • Plants will not rebloom after cutting.
  • Succession plant every few weeks for continuous blooming.

PESTS/SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS

Asters can be susceptible to disease and pests.

  • Asters Yellow is a bacteria that is transmitted by leafhoppers. This bacterium has virus-like symptoms and is not treatable, but it can be prevented by covering plants with row cover until bloom time to keep the hoppers off of your plants when they are young and most vulnerable.
  • Rust and Botrytis, aka gray mold, are both caused by excessive moisture at the crown of the plant; avoid this by spacing plants 12 inches apart and keeping the garden weeded to encourage better airflow. Serenade is an organically approved spray that will treat fungal issues such as rust and mold.

How to Save Seeds

  • China asters are insect pollinated; they can become cross-pollinated if not grown in isolation of at least 1/4 mile or caged with bags over the blooms and hand-pollinated to prevent insects from meddling and crossing pollen.
  • Seeds are ready to harvest as soon as they become fuzzy. Cut plants and hang dry over a tarp to catch the seeds.
  • Seeds will remain viable for up to 3 years.

FAQ

What color are Valkyrie Chamois aster blooms?

They open a soft peachy-apricot, listed in the catalogue under orange, with quilled petals that give the flowers a vintage look.

Is Valkyrie Chamois a good aster for cutting?

Yes. It is catalogued for cut flower and ornamental use, and the long-lasting, showy flowers are carried on strong stems that pair well with both pastels and bold colors.

How much room and sun do these asters need?

Give plants full sun and space them 10 to 12 inches apart. They reach a medium height, so they sit comfortably in the middle of a border or a cutting row.
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