Aster Seeds - The Roses Mix

Aster Seeds - The Roses Mix

~75 Seeds

Asters The Roses Mix is a lush, romantic blend of fully double blooms that look almost like miniature garden roses—without any of the fuss.

Expect big, fluffy flowers in soft pastels and rich jewel tones, each one perched on long, sturdy stems perfect for cutting.

If you’re after that “armful of heirloom blooms” look, this mix absolutely delivers. The plants are productive, uniform, and wonderfully elegant in the garden. Their peony-style petals create a plush, layered look that fills bouquets with texture and fullness. These asters thrive in Canadian gardens, loving the cool nights and rewarding you with weeks of lavish late-summer colour just when many annuals start to fade.

Flower farmers adore The Roses Mix for its reliability and stem length, but it’s just as brilliant in home gardens. They’re straightforward to grow, wildly generous with blooms, and add a burst of vintage charm to borders, beds, and cutting patches. If you want an easy, high-impact flower with serious “ooh, what *is* that?” energy, this mix will become a fast favourite.

• Attracts bees and butterflies
• Suitable for cut flowers (bouquets)
• Long-lasting blooms
• Strong stems for cutting
• Excellent late-season colour

Plant Details

• Scientific Name: Callistephus chinensis
• Life Cycle: Annual
• Seed Type: Open Pollinated
• Light Requirements: Full sun
• Plant Height: 75cm (30")
• Seed Depth: 1/8 in / 3 mm
• Spacing: 9–12 in / 23–30 cm
• Bloom Time: Late summer to fall
• Days to Maturity: 100–120 days
• Edible / Toxic: Not typically eaten
• Germination: 7–14 days

Growing Instructions
Start indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost for best results. Sow seeds shallowly, press lightly into the soil, and keep evenly moist. Transplant after frost danger has passed, spacing plants well to encourage airflow—asters appreciate good circulation to stay healthy. Provide consistent watering and rich, well-drained soil. Harvest blooms just before fully open for the longest vase life. Deadhead regularly to keep stems coming.

FAQ
Q: Are Asters The Roses Mix good for cut flowers?
A: Yes—this mix is prized for its long stems, double blooms, and excellent vase life. Perfect for market bouquets and home arrangements.

Q: How does this mix compare to other aster types?
A: The Roses Mix produces large, rose-like blooms with dense layers of petals, giving a more luxurious look compared to simpler single or semi-double asters.