The Crego Mix Flower seeds produce a colorful collection of asters with full 4″ flower heads and delicate curled petals in pastel shades of red, white, pink, and purple. Also known as China Aster, these flowers resemble chrysanthemums and grow to a height of 2-3 feet. They add a soft, elegant accent to gardens or arrangements, serving as a versatile cut flower. The Crego Mix Flower seeds are suitable for planting in hardiness zones 2-11 and are ideal for springtime sowing. They are an annual plant with a bloom season spanning summer to fall, attracting pollinators such as bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects. The flowers symbolize daintiness, elegance, love of variety, and patience, making them attractive for ornamental or pollinator-friendly gardens.
Life cycle: Annual
Bloom season: Summer, fall
Grown for: Vibrant, pastel-colored flowers that attract pollinators
Height: 24-36 inches
Seed Planting and Growing Tips
Planting season: Spring
Days to maturity: 90-120 days
Seed depth: Lightly cover, as seeds need light to germinate
Spacing: 8-12 inches apart
Germination time: 14-21 days at soil temperatures of 70-75°F
Soil type: Loamy, well-drained
Soil pH: 5.5 to 7.5
Water needs: Average
Sun exposure: Full sun to part shade
Frost tolerance: Not frost tolerant
Drought tolerance: No
Deer resistant: Yes
These Crego Mix Flower seeds are an affordable choice for gardeners seeking to introduce a splash of pastel color that attracts pollinators while adding an elegant touch to garden borders, beds, or container plantings. They thrive in average garden soils and require consistent watering to develop healthy, vibrant blooms throughout summer and fall.
