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ASTER
Oncrop Product Highlights
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Brand: Oncrop Agro Sciences (Home-a-Garden Series)
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Variety: Aster / China Aster (Callistephus chinensis)
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Vivid Daisy-Like Blooms: Produces showy, multi-layered flowers with dense, fringed petals in brilliant shades of pink, purple, blue, violet, red, and white.
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Long-Lasting Cut Flower: Outstanding vase life, making it a favorite for indoor arrangements, bouquets, and vibrant garden borders.
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Make in India: 100% home-grown seed stock conditioned for Indian climate and soil conditions.
Technical Specifications
| Feature | Details |
| Scientific Name | Callistephus chinensis |
| Category | Flower Seeds / Home Garden |
| Sowing Season | Autumn through Winter (September to November in plains; March to May in hills) |
| Sunlight | Full Sun (Requires 6–8 hours of direct sunlight) |
| Germination Rate | 75%+ tested quality |
| Germination Time | 7 to 12 days |
| Maturity / Flowering Time | 80 to 90 days after transplanting |
Planting & Care Instructions
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Soil Preparation: Use well-draining, rich garden soil mixed with vermicompost or well-rotted cow manure. Asters prefer a neutral to slightly acidic pH (6.0–7.0).
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Sowing: Sow seeds 0.25 inches deep in seedling trays or nursery beds filled with coco peat and compost mix. Keep soil moist and shaded until germination.
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Watering: Water at the base when the top layer of soil feels dry. Avoid overhead watering on foliage and blossoms to prevent fungal diseases.
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Spacing & Care: Transplant seedlings (3–4 inches tall) into garden beds or 8-to-10-inch pots with 10–12 inches spacing. Pinch early growth tips to encourage branching and more flower heads.
Why Choose Oncrop Aster?
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Stunning Floral Variety: Adds lush texture, volume, and bold color contrast to winter and spring gardens.
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Pollinator Friendly: Bright floral discs naturally attract butterflies, bees, and other beneficial pollinators.
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Container & Bed Versatility: Performs exceptionally well in garden borders, flower beds, and large patio containers.