China Aster Chrisantella Sakura | Callistephus chinensis

China Aster Chrisantella Sakura | Callistephus chinensis

The gentle beauty of cherry blossom in a flower field.
The China Aster Chrisantella Sakura is part of the prestigious professional Chrisantella series, bred for premium cut flower production. Its blossoms display the softest shade of pale pink, reminiscent of the iconic Japanese cherry blossom — Sakura, symbolizing renewal, grace, and fleeting beauty.

Each bloom is full, round, and delicately layered, capturing the light with a soft, pearly glow. The flowers’ refined pastel tone and harmonious shape bring a sense of tranquility and elegance to any bouquet. With their graceful presence and exceptional quality, Chrisantella Sakura asters are ideal for romantic wedding work, spring-themed designs, and luxury floral arrangements.

The plants grow upright and strong, reaching 60–80 cm in height with Y-type branching, producing 10–15 large chrysanthemum-type blooms per plant. The firm stems, long vase life (7–10 days), and excellent uniformity make this variety a top choice for both professional growers and florists seeking refined, ethereal beauty.

Plant Information

• Botanical name: Callistephus chinensis
• Variety: Chrisantella Sakura
• Type: Annual
• Height: 60–80 cm
• Bloom type: Large, fully double, chrysanthemum-type
• Bloom color: Soft pale pink — like cherry blossom
• Days to maturity: 110–125 days (short-day type)
• Plant habit: Upright, strong, Y-type branching
• Stem quality: Thick, straight, florist-grade
• Light: Full sun
• Soil: Fertile, well-drained, humus-rich (pH 5.5–7.5)
• Plant spacing: 15–30 cm
• Vase life: 7–10 days
• Uses: Cut flower production, weddings, luxury floral design

🌱 Sowing & Germination

• Sowing indoors/greenhouse: From March, or direct sow outdoors from late April to early May
• Germination: 3–7 days at 21–22 °C; after germination, reduce temperature to 8–12 °C
• Sowing depth: 0.5 cm – cover lightly with vermiculite, keep evenly moist and well-lit
• Seedling fertilization: After 10 days, feed with 0.1% potassium nitrate, continue with calcium nitrate and balanced soluble fertilizer
• Pinching: Not required – plants branch naturally
• Cold tolerance: Hardened seedlings tolerate down to –3 °C, mature plants to –6 °C

Growing Tips

• Sow early for longer stems and larger blooms.
• Grow in a sunny, fertile, and well-drained location.
• Protect from leafhoppers to prevent Aster Yellows Virus.
• Remove spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering.
• Harden off seedlings before planting outdoors.

Highlights

• Professional cut-flower variety with delicate cherry blossom tone
• 10–15 large, fully double blooms per plant
• Long vase life (7–10 days)
• Symbol of grace and renewal inspired by Japanese “Sakura”
• Ideal for wedding floristry, romantic arrangements, and spring bouquets