Aster (Pink) - Plant

Aster is propagated by seed. The seeds will germinate in a week at about 21 degree Celsius.

Aster seedlings are usually transplanted when they have developed about 2-4 leaves. Seedlings at too early or late stages should be avoided and usually seedlings are ready for transplanting within 30 days. The transplanting should be done preferably in November month during early morning or evenings to avoid harsh bright sunlight.

Aster plant bloom through out the year but in January-February is the best period of bloom.

To plant Aster consider the following points
1. To grow plant in pot, choose a pot having of 5-6 inch upper diameter and drainage holes.
2. Fill the 1/3 pot with well drained soil rich in organic content and place the plant in the center of the pot.
3. Fill the remaining pot with same soil.
4. Keep the plant in indirect bright light location for 2-3 days and then gradually move to a location that receives at least 4-6 hours of direct bright sunlight.
5. Once the plant is overgrown in current pot, plant it in field. If you are planting purchased plant directly in ground follow below procedure.
1. Keep the plant in indirect bright light for 3-4 days and gradually move to a location receiving at least 4-6 hours of direct bright sunlight for 3-4 hours a day.
2. Dig a pit twice the size of the bag/pot the current plant is in.
3. Fill the 1/3 of pit with soil rich in organic content, place the plant in center and fill the pit with same soil.
4. Apply water. General caring tips- Plant should get at least 4-6 hours of direct bright sunlight a day. Water the plant when surface soil (1-2 inch) feels dry to touch. Apply any organic fertilizer during the main growing season (Dec-Jan).

Aster is planted in sunny location where it receive 4-6 hours of direct bright sunlight.

Height of aster plant varies from variety to variety but ranges between 2-4 feet.

Aster seeds are planted in October-November month.

Yes, where it receive at least 4-6 hours of direct bright sunlight for proper growth and development.

Yes, Fall is best season to grow aster plant.

Aster is planted preferably in outdoor condition. Consider the following points to grow Aster outdoor
1. Sunlight- At least 4-6 hours of natural direct bright sunlight.
2. Soil- Soil should be well drained ,fertile and rich in nutrient.
3. Water- Water the plant when 1-2 inch surface layer soil feel dry to touch
4. Fertilizer- Apply any organic fertilizer in October-November.

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No, Aster is annual flowering plant in Asteraceae family.

Aster is flowering annual plant in Asteraceae family with erect branching habit and irregularly toothed leaves.

Aster is commercially propagated by seed. The seeds will germinate in a week and seedlings are ready for transplanting within 30 days.

Yes, Aster can be planted in late summer with proper care and Management

Yes, Aster can be planted throughout the year.

Plant is commercially grown by seeds. Consider the following points to grow Aster plant.
1. Sunlight- At least 4-6 hours of direct bright sunlight is required.
2. Soil- Soil should be well drained, fertile and nutrient rich.
3. Water- Water the plant when 1-2 inch surface soil layer feels dry to touch.
4. Fertilizer - Apply any organic fertilizer during the main growing season(October-November).

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Aster is annual flowering plant in Asteraceae family.

To induce flowering in aster consider the following points.
1. Sunlight- At least 4-6 hours of direct bright sunlight.
2. Soil- Soil should be well drained, fertile and nutrient rich.
3.Aster plant will flower with proper nutrient management. Apply any organic fertilizer in October-November month.
4.Water- Water the plant when 1-2 inch surface soil layer feels dry to touch.

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Aster can grow throughout the year but the October-November period is best for planting.

To grow Aster plant through seed consider the following points
1. Use a pot having 5-6 inch upper diameter and drainage holes.
2. Fill the pot with well drained soil. To sow seeds make a hole about 1/2 inch in soil, place 2-4 seeds in it, cover with soil and apply water.
3. Maintain the moisture in soil by applying water if soil in pot (1-2 inch) feels dry to touch.
4. Keep the pot at a location receiving indirect bright light. Seeds will germinate within a week.

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Aster planted in the month of October-November.

The main reasons of dying Aster plant are as follows
1. Due to over watering to plant.
2.Aster plant does not get proper sunlight.
3.Lack of nutrient.
4.Disease and pest infestation.

Aster can grow Indoor and outdoor. Consider the following points
1. Sunlight- 3-4 hours of natural direct bright sunlight.
2. Soil- Soil should be well drained ,fertile and rich in nutrient.
3. Water- Water the plant when 1-2 inch surface layer soil feel dry to touch
4. Fertilizer- Apply any organic fertilizer in October-November month.

Aster does not require pruning operation only pinching is done 1 month after transplanting of seedlings.