
China Aster
Callistephus chinensis
Aster novi-belgii
Star-shaped flowers with thin petals radiating from yellow centers. Delicate appearance but hardy nature. Fall blooming staple. Name means 'star' in Greek.
Summer, Fall
Temperate
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Stays fresh for 7 to 14 days
when properly cared for
Asters have no significant fragrance
The name "aster" comes from the Greek word for star, referring to the flower shape
Ancient Greeks believed asters were created from stardust when the goddess Astraea wept
Asters are the birth flower for September
In France, asters were placed on the graves of French soldiers to honor the fallen
Asters are native to North America and Eurasia. Ancient Greeks and Romans valued them for their medicinal properties and believed they could ward off evil. Victorian gardeners popularized them in cottage gardens. Today, the New England aster and New York aster are among the most beloved fall bloomers.
Enjoy year-round beauty with these easy-care perennial flowers.