Plant Profile

Callistehus chinensis (China Aster)

Callistehus chinensis are native to China, known as China asters. For them to grow properly they need full sun, moderate water and an acidic-neutral environment.

Its leaves are simple and grow alternatively; the blade is 25-65 cm long. As for the flowers they bloom within the early summer and fall.  

China Aster is used as a bedding plant, container, cutflower, mixed borders.

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