Enhance your garden with the cheerful, daisy-like flowers of Boltonia Asteroides, an heirloom perennial renowned for its vibrant blooms and upright growth. Perfect for borders, garden beds, and cottage-style gardens, this low-maintenance plant attracts pollinators and adds a long-lasting splash of color throughout the summer and early autumn.
Features & Specifications:
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Plant Type: Boltonia Asteroides (Heirloom Perennial)
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Seed Type: Non-GMO, high germination
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Growth Habit: Upright, clumping perennial
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Height: 90–150 cm (mature plant)
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Flower Color: Bright pink, lavender, or white
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Blooming Season: Summer to early autumn (July–October)
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Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
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Soil Type: Well-draining, fertile soil
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Water Requirements: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established
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Maintenance: Low; minimal care required
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Unique Feature: Daisy-like flowers with long-lasting color ideal for pollinator gardens
Planting & Sowing Instructions:
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Seed Preparation: Soak seeds in lukewarm water for 4–6 hours to improve germination.
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Sowing Depth: Sow seeds 0.3–0.5 cm deep on prepared soil or seed-starting mix.
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Temperature: Maintain 18–22°C for optimal germination.
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Watering: Keep soil lightly moist until seedlings establish.
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Germination Time: 10–20 days under ideal conditions.
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Transplanting: Space seedlings 30–45 cm apart in garden beds or borders.
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Care: Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering and maintain plant health.