{"product_id":"aster-formula-mix","title":"Aster Formula - Mix","description":"\u003cp\u003eAster is one of the popular woody flowering plants in the family of Asteraceae. They are perennial plants that come back every year. Aster plants produce beautiful little flowers with one or more layers of delicate petals. Aster flowers come in pink, white, purple and blue colors. The aster flower's bright yellow center attracts bees, butterflies and other pollinators. Aster is easy to grow from seeds and is best for containers, balconies, home gardens and terrace gardens.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size grow bag is best for Aster?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e9 x 9 (W*H)\u003cbr\u003e12 x 12 (W*H)\u003cbr\u003e15 x 15 (W*H)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAster Growing Season In India\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAster prefers cool weather to grow, you can sow the aster seeds in Spring (February-March) and Autumn (September to November). Additionally, winter is also a good time to plant aster seeds indoors.\u003cbr\u003e            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow To Grow Aster Flowers In Pot\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe seedling transplant method is mostly recommended for planting Aster. The optimum germination temperature for aster seeds is 18-20°C. To plant Aster in containers, you'll need a pot or grow bag 22-38 cm wide and deep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAster Formula Mix Seeds Sowing Method \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Take a seedling tray, fill them with potting mix soil and sow the aster seeds at a depth of 23 cm in the soil. Cover the seeds, and water gently through a watering can. Keep the seedling tray in a sunny spot as aster seeds will not germinate in the dark. Aster Flower seeds can germinate in about 8-10 days. \u003cbr\u003e• After germination of aster seeds, once the seedlings develop a few true leaves, you can transplant them into a larger pot or grow bag. For healthy growth of aster plant, plant only 1-2 plants in a 22 cm pot or maintain a distance of at least 12-15 cm between plants. Keep the soil moist and place the pot in partial sunlight for a few days after transplanting to protect the seedling from transplant shock. After 3 days, keep the pot in sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizer Requirement For Aster Plants \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAdd compost or manure once a month for better growth of aster flower plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAster Plants Care Tips \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSoil : Use well-drained, rich, and loamy soil for planting Aster flowers. \u003cbr\u003eWater : Aster prefers moist soil but most asters are sensitive to too much or too little moisture. The aster loses lower leaves or does not flower well in these conditions.\u003cbr\u003eSunlight : Aster grows best in full sun and can tolerate partial shade. But the aster growing in the shade tends to be leggy and produces fewer flowers. Therefore, it is best to grow asters in the shade during the hot summer.\u003cbr\u003eTemperature : The optimum daytime temperature for growing aster is 20-28°C and the nighttime temperature is 15-17°C. \u003cbr\u003eCommon pests and diseases : Some pests that feed on aster plants are aphids, snails and slugs. You can use neem oil on the plant to get rid of these insects. Other than this powdery mildew, rust and leaf spot infect the aster plants and spoil their looks. It is best to cut off infected leaves to avoid the spread of the disease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAster Plants Blooming Time \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe beautiful aster blooms from late summer to autumn (June to November) and pleases the garden when all summer's flowers have faded. When it starts to open, you can cut the aster flowers and decorate them in a vase. They can stay fresh in water for 5 to 10 days.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Hobbit Land","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43752339800098,"sku":"HOBFS024AFM","price":199.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0730\/7155\/8690\/files\/AsterFormula-MixSeeds.jpg?v=1745048573","url":"https:\/\/www.thehobbitland.in\/products\/aster-formula-mix","provider":"The Hobbit Land","version":"1.0","type":"link"}