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Aster
Aster

Aster

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  • Aster Peony Duchess Apricot (Callistephus chinensis 'Peony Duchess Apricot')

Sun Requirements: Full Sun to Partial Shade

Water Requirements: Moderate; avoid overhead watering to prevent mildew

Height: 24–30 inches

Bloom Time: Late Summer to Fall

Description:
Peony Duchess Apricot Aster dazzles with large, fully double blooms in soft apricot-peach tones that resemble old-fashioned peonies. This variety offers strong stems and long-lasting blooms, making it ideal for cutting gardens, borders, and pollinator plots. A favorite among butterflies, especially Painted Ladies (Vanessa cardui) and Monarchs during their migration, this aster adds soft elegance and ecological value to the late-season garden.

Planting Tips:

  • Sow in well-drained, fertile soil after last frost or start indoors 6–8 weeks prior.

  • Space plants 12–18 inches apart.

  • Deadhead to promote continuous blooming.

  • Protect from heavy rains to prevent flopping.

Ideal Season for Planting in Texas: Spring

Nativity to Texas: No

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Aster
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