Eternal Summer Aster Duet

Description

Elevate your garden with the stunning beauty of the Eternal Summer Aster Duet, a vibrant and hardy perennial that will bloom season after season. Known for its long-lasting color and easy care, this variety is perfect for adding a pop of color to borders, containers, and flower beds.

Features:

• Vibrant Blooms: Features a mix of deep purple and soft pink flowers that bloom in late summer to fall, bringing color to your garden during the cooler months.
• Compact Growth: This aster variety grows to a manageable height of 12-18 inches, making it ideal for smaller spaces or as an edge plant in flower beds.
• Long-Blooming: Enjoy an extended blooming period from late summer through autumn, attracting bees and butterflies to your garden.
• Hardy and Resilient: Thrives in a variety of soil types and is resistant to common pests and diseases, ensuring a low-maintenance option for gardeners.
• Attracts Pollinators: Its colorful blooms will attract pollinators, including bees and butterflies, helping support local ecosystems.

Specifications:

• Plant Type: Perennial
• Flower Color: Purple and Pink
• Height: 12-18 inches
• Spread: 12-15 inches
• Blooming Period: Late summer to fall
• Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Type: Well-drained, fertile soil
• Hardiness Zones: 4-8
• Watering Needs: Moderate – prefers consistently moist, but not waterlogged soil
• Growth Habit: Compact, bushy
• Uses: Borders, containers, flower beds, cut flowers

Planting Instructions:

1. Soil Preparation: Ensure the soil is well-drained and rich in organic matter.
2. Sowing: Sow seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last expected frost date or directly in the garden after the last frost.
3. Planting Depth: Plant seeds 1/8 inch deep.
4. Watering: Keep the soil moist but not waterlogged. Water the plants regularly to establish strong roots.
5. Spacing: Space plants 12-18 inches apart to allow for good air circulation.
6. Care: Mulch around the base of the plant to retain moisture and suppress weeds.