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Aster Pompon (Red)
Botanical Name: Callistephus chinensis
Type: Half-Hardy Annual

Aster Pompon (Red) brings a bold splash of colour to late summer gardens with its dense, dome-shaped blooms that resemble miniature pom-poms. This variety features rich red flowers with a tight central disc surrounded by shorter petals, giving it a layered, textured appearance. Compact and floriferous, Pompon asters are ideal for borders, beds, and cutting gardens, providing long-lasting colour right through to autumn.

Plant Details

Type: Half-hardy annual
Height: 30–50 cm
Spread: 25–30 cm
Flowers: July – September
Position: Full sun; well-drained, fertile soil

Growing Information

Sow: March – April indoors, or April – May outdoors after frost
Germination: 7–14 days at 18–20°C
Transplant: Harden off and plant out after last frost
Spacing: 25–30 cm apart
Care: Keep soil moist but not soggy; deadhead regularly to promote blooms

Why You’ll Love It

Dense, double pompon blooms in a striking red
Great cut flower – long-lasting in arrangements
Late summer colour when other flowers fade
Compact and tidy growth – easy to manage

Top Tip

For full, healthy plants, avoid overcrowding and rotate location each year to prevent soil-borne diseases like aster wilt.

Perfect For

Cut flower arrangements
Cottage and traditional borders
Late-season colour
Pollinator-friendly gardens

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