Aster Lady Coral® Dark Blue | Callistephus chinensis

China Aster Lady Coral® Dark Blue | Callistephus chinensis

Rich, velvety deep blue aster with large double blooms – a luxurious statement for gardens and floral design.

The China Aster Lady Coral® Dark Blue FS (Callistephus chinensis) is an exceptional variety from the prestigious Lady Coral® series, admired by professional growers and florists for its intense deep blue hue, elegant form, and superior vase life.

Each bloom is a masterpiece of texture and depth – large, fully double, rosette-shaped flowers with densely layered petals that resemble peonies. The deep royal blue tones create a dramatic, sophisticated contrast in bouquets, pairing beautifully with white, silver, blush, and lavender flowers.

This variety combines florist-grade quality with strong garden performance. Plants grow upright, uniform, and sturdy (60–70 cm tall), producing reliable, long-stemmed blooms ideal for cutting and professional floral use.

Plant Information

• Botanical name: Callistephus chinensis
• Variety: Lady Coral® Dark Blue FS
• Type: Annual
• Height: 60–70 cm
• Bloom type: Fully double, rosette-shaped (peony-type)
• Color: Deep royal blue to dark indigo
• Days to maturity: 110–125 days (short-day flowering)
• Plant habit: Upright, strong, uniform growth
• 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: Professional cut flower production, weddings, bouquets, borders

Growing Instructions

• Sowing: Indoors from March or directly outdoors from late April to early May
• Germination: 3–7 days at 21–22 °C; after germination reduce to 8–12 °C
• Sowing depth: 0.5 cm; cover lightly with vermiculite and keep consistently moist
• Fertilization: Start with 0.1% potassium nitrate after 10 days; continue with calcium nitrate and balanced fertilizers
• Soil requirements: Well-drained, humus-rich soil in a sunny position
• Cold tolerance: Hardened seedlings tolerate –3 °C; mature plants up to –6 °C
• Pollinator-friendly: Attracts bees and butterflies

Why Choose Lady Coral® Dark Blue FS

With its rich, velvety blue petals and luxurious peony-like blooms, Lady Coral® Dark Blue FS adds depth, sophistication, and drama to any floral arrangement.
Perfect for high-end bouquets, wedding designs, and garden borders, it’s a must-have variety for those seeking elegance and contrast in their flower palette.

✨ Order China Aster Lady Coral® Dark Blue FS seeds today and bring timeless elegance and royal color to your garden or floral studio.