Showy North American display of deep violet flowers, used medicinally by native Americans.
Seed count: 500/g.
General information:
Aster
Callistephus chinensis
Hardy annual, favourite in Australia in garden beds and as cut flower, long lasting cut flower, likes full sun, mulch to keep roots cool is very beneficial, prefers well drained soil not heavily fertilized, sow as soon as frost is gone.