(A) Aster Pinocchio seeds 0.2g (410675)

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Aster 'Pinocchio'
Botanical Name: Callistephus chinensis 'Pinocchio'
Type: Half-Hardy Annual

Aster 'Pinocchio' is a delightful dwarf China aster known for its double, pompom-like blooms in a cheerful mix of vibrant colours including pinks, purples, reds, and whites. With a compact, bushy habit, it's ideal for borders, bedding, containers, and especially loved for cut flower arrangements. This charming variety blooms late into the season, offering brilliant colour when many other flowers are fading.

Plant Details

Type: Half-hardy annual
Height: 20–25 cm
Spread: 25–30 cm
Flowers: July – October
Position: Full sun; well-drained, fertile soil

Growing Information

Sow: Indoors February–April or outdoors after frost
Germination: 7–14 days at 18–21°C
Tip: Avoid overwatering young seedlings to prevent damping off
Transplant: Harden off and plant out after last frost
Spacing: 25–30 cm apart
Care: Deadhead regularly to prolong flowering; water in dry spells

Why You’ll Love It

Dwarf variety – perfect for small spaces and pots
Cheerful double blooms in a bright colour mix
Long blooming season into autumn
Great for borders and cut flower arrangements

Top Tip
Plant in succession every few weeks to extend your blooming window well into the autumn months.

Perfect For

Containers, beds, and borders
Small gardens and patio displays
Colourful mass plantings
Late-season cut flowers

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