Callistephus chinensis 'Giants of California'
Also Known As
- Giants of California China Aster
Plant type
annual / biennial
size
- H: 24"-30"
- W: 12"-18"
planting zones
- 1-12
Callistephus chinensis 'Giants of California' plant details
Callistephus chinensis 'Giants of California' is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with green foliage. In summer cream, lavender, pink and purple flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Callistephus chinensis 'Giants of California'
- Plant type: annual / biennial
- Plant family: asteraceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 24 IN - 30 IN - tall
- Flowers: cream, lavender, pink and purple blooms in summer
- Uses: border plant, container plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, floriferous
GROWING CONDITIONS for Callistephus chinensis 'Giants of California'
- USDA Zones: 1 - 12
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
One of the very best cut flowers you can grow, this heirloom variety has scads of tousled petals composing large (4”) blooms in rich colors of rose, purple, lavender and white. Long stems hold up these large flowers effortlessly and make arranging bouquets a snap. Mid to late summer to frost bloom. Change its location each year and spray with neem to keep bug free for robust flower-filled plants.
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Gardening facts about Callistephus chinensis 'Giants of California' plant
How to Grow Callistephus chinensis 'Giants of California'
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- cream
- pink
- lavender
- purple
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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