Aster

It originates from the northeastern USA and southern Canada, where it grows in damp areas, scrublands, and on coasts. It crosses very willingly with other aster species, resulting in an inexhaustible number of varieties. Unlike New England asters, they do not close their flowers at night or during unfavorable weather, making them perfect for cutting into vases. We must keep in mind their susceptibility to mildew, which can be prevented by choosing a suitable location. They last 7 to 10 days in a vase. Fellowship is large-flowered, profusely blooming, and of taller growth. The pink-colored flowers with yellow centers have a diameter of up to 3 cm.

Fine tiny leaves and well-branched long stems with a large number of tiny star-shaped flowers make this Aster an ideal autumn cut flower. In beds, it serves as a fluffy delicate filler and brightens up the garden after summer perennials have finished blooming. It will look good in combination with roses and in wild plantings with grasses. It is important for bees and butterflies as the last pasture before winter. It lasts 7 to 10 days in a vase. 'Lovely' is characterized by countless small, delicate pink flowers in loose panicles on firm, wiry stems.

Kalimeris originates from East Asia, where it grows in open, light forests and meadows. It forms firm upright clumps; it is a healthy and very long-flowering perennial. Its blooms resemble autumn China asters, and it complements them perfectly in beds, as it begins blooming as early as June and is interesting even after flowering. Madiva has white flowers with a lilac tinge.

Delicate tiny leaves and well-branched long stems with a large number of tiny star-shaped flowers make this aster an ideal autumn cut flower. In flower beds, it serves as a fluffy, delicate filler and brightens up the garden after summer perennials have finished flowering. It looks good in combination with roses as well as in wild plantings with grasses. Important for bees and butterflies as the last pasture before winter. It lasts 7 to 10 days in a vase. 'Pink Cloud' blooms with a large number of tiny pink flowers with yellow centers.

Forms a delicate, airy bush. Compared to Aster ericoides, the flowers are less numerous, placed singly at the ends of branch tips, which gives the plant an airy effect. The plant has a very delicate appearance. It is beautiful in combination with other late asters and ornamental grasses. Healthy and long-blooming, the pink flower is slightly larger than that of Aster ericoides. Lasts 7 to 10 days in a vase.

A vigorous garden aster cultivar that you will appreciate in beds for its rich coloring and late flowering time, and above all for its ability to spread via runners. It fills empty spaces between taller perennials. The lavender shade of the flowers contrasts perfectly with warm autumn tones.

It originates from the northeastern USA and southern Canada, where it grows in damp areas, scrublands, and on coasts. It crosses very willingly with other aster species, resulting in an inexhaustible number of varieties. Unlike New England asters, they do not close their flowers at night or during unfavorable weather, making them perfect for cutting into vases. We must keep in mind their susceptibility to mildew, which can be prevented by choosing a suitable location. They last 7 to 10 days in a vase. The white variety White Ladies is large-flowered, profusely blooming, and of taller growth.

These autumn asters were bred specifically for florist use. They are characterized by strong, straight, and upright stems and an exceptionally abundant set of flowers. Primavera blooms with larger (about 40 mm) pink-purple flowers. Vase life is 10 days.

It creates a delicate airy bush. Compared to Aster ericoides, the flowers are less numerous, placed individually at the ends of branchlets, which gives this perennial an effect of airiness. The plant gives a very delicate impression. It is beautiful in combination with other late asters and ornamental grasses. Monte Cassino is characterized by very late flowering, so we can enjoy its flowers even in November, often together with the first snowflakes. It lasts 7 to 10 days in a vase.

It originates from the northeast USA and southern Canada, where it grows in moist areas, thickets, and on coasts. It hybridizes very willingly with other aster species, resulting in an inexhaustible number of varieties. Unlike New England asters, they do not close their flowers at night or in bad weather, making them perfect for cutting for vases. We must keep in mind their susceptibility to mildew, which can be prevented by choosing a suitable site. Lasts 7 to 10 days in a vase. Marie Ballard is a double-flowered cultivar with bright blue flowers.

The Eastern Star White wood aster is a reliable perennial originating from North American forest clearings and forest edges. It thrives best in partial shade to shade, where it will appreciate ordinary well-draining and loamy soil. It is perfect for planting under mature trees because it deals surprisingly well with the competition from their roots. You will receive an already grown seedling in a pot from us, ready to be transplanted. It soon forms dense clumps of fresh green leaves and dark wiry stems. Despite its dense growth, it looks delicate and airy. During August and September, it blooms with a flood of white flowers with fewer petals, which bring light into shady corners and reliably attract bees. It is an exceptionally resilient plant for beginners that does not suffer from diseases and survives even harsh frosts dropping to minus twenty-eight degrees. It serves excellently for cutting into fresh bouquets as well as for drying for floristry purposes. Furthermore, when left in the garden bed, it offers a beautiful winter effect.

Fine tiny leaves and well-branched long stems with a large number of tiny star-shaped flowers make this aster an ideal autumn cut flower. In flowerbeds, it serves as a fluffy delicate filler and brightens up the garden after summer perennials have finished flowering. It looks good combined with roses and in wild plantings with grasses. It is important for bees and butterflies as the last forage before winter. Lasts 7 to 10 days in a vase. The Blue Star inflorescence consists of thousands of tiny flowers – little stars of light blue color with a yellow center. Forms a compact bush.

Fine tiny leaves and well-branched long stems with a large number of tiny star-shaped flowers make this Aster an ideal autumn cut flower. In beds, it serves as a fluffy delicate filler and brightens up the garden after summer perennials have finished blooming. It will look good in combination with roses and in wild plantings with grasses. It is important for bees and butterflies as the last pasture before winter. It lasts 7 to 10 days in a vase. 'Schneetanne' is an old reliable, white-flowering variety bred by Karl Förster.

The dark black-burgundy shoots of this aster make it a true specialty. The leaves change color in late summer from dark green to burgundy. The white flowers have pink stamens. Lasts 7 to 10 days in a vase.

These asters are perfectly suitable for low-maintenance plantings as undergrowth between shrubs and trees. After establishing, they cope very well with drought and root pressure. They are therefore also recommended for large-scale plantings in public greenery. The cultivar 'Starshine' blooms with tiny, pure white flowers with bright yellow centers. Its advantage is a very long flowering period and resistance to powdery mildew. It tolerates even drier soil and has no problem blooming in light partial shade. It lasts 7 to 10 days in a vase.

Fine tiny leaves and well-branched long stems with a large number of tiny star-shaped flowers make this Aster an ideal autumn cut flower. In beds, it serves as a fluffy delicate filler and brightens up the garden after summer perennials have finished blooming. It will look good in combination with roses and in wild plantings with grasses. It is important for bees and butterflies as the last pasture before winter. It lasts 7 to 10 days in a vase. 'Erlkönig' blooms with a large number of small light purple flowers with a yellow center.

Aster Twilight. A tender beauty for partial shade. It willingly forms dense covers, and even conditions unfavorable for many other species do not discourage it. It does not mind competition from tree roots, or even drought. It is a hybrid of original North American species and is newly classified by botanists in the genus Eurybia. However, it is often offered in nurseries under the name Aster macrophyllus. Either way, in this seemingly delicate plant, gardeners gain a tough ally in the fight against weeds in difficult places.

A classic perennial of Czech gardens, although originally from North America. In nature, it grows in thickets among taller plants and naturally loses leaves on the lower part of the stem very early. Its bred cultivars also retain this characteristic. Therefore, we combine it in beds with suitable perennials that cover the lower parts well. The whole plant is roughly hairy. It is a hardy and long-lived perennial and resists powdery mildew well. Barr's Pink belongs to the earlier flowering asters; the flowers are purple-pink with a yellow center. It lasts 7 to 10 days in a vase.

These autumn asters were bred specifically for florist use. They are characterized by strong, straight, and upright stems and an exceptionally abundant set of flowers. Blanca has a double flower about 35 mm large. Vase life is 10 days.

It originates from the northeastern USA and southern Canada, where it grows in damp areas, scrublands, and on coasts. It crosses very willingly with other aster species, resulting in an inexhaustible number of varieties. Unlike New England asters, they do not close their flowers at night or during unfavorable weather, making them perfect for cutting into vases. We must keep in mind their susceptibility to mildew, which can be prevented by choosing a suitable location. They last 7 to 10 days in a vase. Brigitte has light, pastel lavender, semi-double flowers with a yellow center. They contrast beautifully with the dark foliage.

Fine tiny leaves and well-branched long stems with a large number of tiny star-shaped flowers make this aster an ideal autumn cut flower. In flowerbeds, it serves as a fluffy delicate filler and brightens up the garden after summer perennials have finished flowering. It looks good combined with roses and in wild plantings with grasses. It is important for bees and butterflies as the last forage before winter. Lasts 7 to 10 days in a vase. Golden Spray is a flood of more distinct white florets with a yellow center. Slightly shorter than the basic species.

These autumn asters were bred specifically for florist use. They are characterized by strong, straight, and upright stems and an exceptionally abundant set of flowers. Pearla is a white variety with a tiny flower about fifteen millimeters in size. Vase life is 10 days.

A classic perennial of Czech gardens, although originally from North America. In nature, it grows in thickets among taller plants and naturally loses leaves on the lower part of the stem very early. Its bred cultivars also retain this characteristic. Therefore, we combine it in beds with suitable perennials that cover the lower parts well. The whole plant is roughly hairy. It is a hardy and long-lived perennial and resists powdery mildew well. Harrington’s Pink is a variety found in the wild; it has 2.5 to 3.5 cm large flowers of bright pink color with a yellow center. It belongs to the later-flowering varieties. It lasts 7 to 10 days in a vase.

Kalimeris originates from East Asia, where it grows in open, light forests and meadows. It forms firm upright clumps; it is a healthy and very long-flowering perennial. Its blooms resemble autumn China asters, and it complements them perfectly in beds, as it begins blooming as early as June and remains interesting long after flowering. Alba is a pure white cultivar.

The Beth Chatto variety brings the wild beauty of North American forests into Czech gardens. The White wood aster is at home in shady clearings and along the edges of forest stands, making it an ideal plant for more demanding shady and partially shaded areas. It excellently tolerates the competition of large tree roots, under which it forms rich and exceptionally airy clumps. We will deliver a strong seedling in a pot to you, so after transplanting it into well-draining soil, you immediately get a solid foundation for a new bed. The entire care is absolutely undemanding; you won't have to fight any pests or diseases, and this perennial will survive the winter without batting an eye. The main peculiarity of this variety are its very thin, sturdy, and distinctly reddish stems. In late summer, delicate white flower heads bloom on them, reliably attracting bees and butterflies to the garden. The flowers also serve excellently in a vase, where they stay fresh for a long time and add an unseen meadow look to any floral arrangement. Even after blooming, the clumps effortlessly hold a firm structure, creating an eye-catching winter spectacle in the garden bed.

Kalimeris originates from East Asia, where it grows in open, light forests and meadows. It forms firm upright clumps; it is a healthy and very long-flowering perennial. Its blooms resemble autumn China asters, and it complements them perfectly in beds, as it begins blooming as early as July. The Antonia cultivar has blue-violet flowers.

A classic perennial of Czech gardens, even though it originates from North America. In nature, it grows in thickets among taller plants and naturally loses leaves on the lower part of the stem very early. Its bred cultivars also retain this characteristic. Therefore, we combine it in beds with suitable perennials that cover the lower parts well. The whole plant is roughly hairy. It is a hardy and long-lived perennial and resists powdery mildew well. Septemberrubin has rich carmine-pink flowers with a yellow center. It lasts 7 to 10 days in a vase.

The aster, or heart-leaved aster, is an originally wild North American perennial, naturally growing in sunny habitats. The tiny flowers of the blue-violet cultivar Ideal are grouped into fluffy clouds. It is an irresistible attraction for bees. It can bloom until late autumn. Its delicate foliage on tall, later slightly arching shoots is also attractive. It lasts 7 to 10 days in a vase.

The hairy aster is a true queen of late summer and autumn, blooming at a time when most other perennials are already going into winter dormancy. This originally North American beauty is characterized by its rich branching and a flood of tiny white flowers with yellow centers, which change color to purple over time. Thanks to its height of around 120 centimeters, it creates an airy effect in flower beds and literal clouds of flowers that stand out perfectly in natural or prairie-style plantings. Its species name refers to the fine hairs that cover its stems and leaves. For bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, it represents one of the last and very important sources of nectar before the arrival of winter. It is an exceptionally resilient and low-maintenance perennial that can handle even drier and poorer soils in full sun. Frost resistance down to -34 °C makes it a reliable part of the garden for many years. Moreover, its sturdy, woody stems are perfectly suited for cutting into autumn bouquets, where they stay fresh for a long time and add volume and lightness to arrangements.

It originates from the northeastern USA and southern Canada, where it grows in damp areas, scrublands, and on coasts. It crosses very willingly with other aster species, resulting in an inexhaustible number of varieties. Unlike New England asters, they do not close their flowers at night or during unfavorable weather, making them perfect for cutting into vases. We must keep in mind their susceptibility to mildew, which can be prevented by choosing a suitable location. They last 7 to 10 days in a vase. Elta belongs among the later-flowering varieties. It blooms with purplish-pink, semi-double, small inflorescences with yellow centers.