{"product_id":"aster-sea-starlet-chamois","title":"China Aster Sea Starlet Chamois | Callistephus chinensis","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cem\u003eChina Aster Sea Starlet Chamois | Callistephus chinensis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChina Aster Sea Starlet Chamois (Callistephus chinensis) is an extraordinary variety with elegant, star-shaped spider-type blooms that add movement and texture to any garden or bouquet. Its delicate, radiating petals resemble fine rays or spider legs, creating a refined, sculptural look that’s both unique and enchanting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis compact and well-branched aster grows to 50–60 cm tall, producing an abundance of large 9–12 cm blossoms in soft shades of chamois apricot, rose-pink, and champagne tones. The flowers shimmer beautifully in sunlight, making them a highlight for late-summer and autumn displays.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerfect for cut flower production, edible use, and garden borders, the Sea Starlet Chamois combines elegance, resilience, and high productivity — an ideal choice for both home gardeners and professional growers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCallistephus chinensis\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVariety: ‘Sea Starlet Chamois’\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeries: Sea Starlet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon name: China Aster\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLife cycle: Hardy annual\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeight: 50–60 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpacing: 20–25 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDays to maturity: 115–125 days\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight preference: Full sun or partial shade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil: Rich, moist, well-drained, neutral pH\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVase life: 7–10 days\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUses: Cut flower, edible flower\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSowing Time: Indoors from March or directly outdoors from late April to early May\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSowing Depth: 0.5 cm — cover lightly with vermiculite\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGermination: 3–7 days at 21–22 °C; after germination, reduce to 8–12 °C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTransplanting: Harden off seedlings before planting outdoors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Spacing: 20–25 cm for best air circulation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocation: Full sun or partial shade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFertilization \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStart feeding 10 days after germination with 0.1% potassium nitrate, followed by calcium nitrate and balanced fertilizers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep soil evenly moist but avoid overwatering\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardening: Seedlings tolerate up to –3 °C after hardening\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCold tolerance: Mature plants withstand up to –6 °C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo pinching required – naturally well-branched habit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse row covers or insect netting to prevent Aster Yellows Virus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarvesting Tips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFresh flowers: Cut when outer petals begin to open and place immediately in water\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDried flowers: Harvest fully open blooms for long-lasting dried arrangements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eVase life: 7–10 days\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdditional Benefits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePollinator-friendly: Attracts bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCut flower production\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEdible flower decorations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGarden borders and mixed beds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLate-summer and autumn bouquet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChina Aster Sea Starlet Chamois – an elegant and productive variety with uniquely shaped blooms, excellent vase life, and soft, romantic tones that elevate every floral design or garden space.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"therapyofflowers.com","offers":[{"title":"30 seeds \/ 50 - 60 cm \/ Chamois","offer_id":47186709217623,"sku":null,"price":1.4,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0754\/9275\/3751\/files\/china-aster-sea-starlet-chamois-callistephus-chinensis-30-seeds-713.jpg?v=1768769946","url":"https:\/\/www.therapyofflowers.com\/ru\/products\/aster-sea-starlet-chamois","provider":"therapyofflowers.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}