Aster pekinensis

Aster pekinensis

Native to:
China | Korea | Russia

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Asteraceae
Genus:
Aster
Species:
Aster pekinensis

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
100 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
aug,sep,oct
Bloom Colors:
white, pale lavender

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, butterflies, beneficial insects

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days
Germination Time:
14–28 days
Notes:
Seeds require light for germination. Surface sow or barely cover with fine soil.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI

ORGHPS Germination Guide: Prechill if seed is not fresh; germination can be uneven

Source: Ontario Rock Garden & Hardy Plant Society