Peony Aster Delicate Pink

150 seeds

Peony Aster 'Delicate Pink' is a beautiful annual flowering plant that produces large, fully double peony-like blooms in soft pink shades. It is excellent for flower beds, borders, containers, cottage gardens, and cut flower arrangements. In the Gulf region, it grows best during the cool season and should be protected from intense summer heat.

Best Planting Time

• October to January (recommended)
• Sow during the cool season for the best flowering.
• Avoid sowing during the hottest summer months.

Seed Preparation

• No soaking is required.
• Use fresh, high-quality seeds.
• No cold stratification is needed.

Soil Preparation

Peony Aster prefers fertile, loose, well-drained soil rich in organic matter.

Recommended mix:

• 40% Garden soil
• 30% Well-rotted compost
• 20% Coco peat
• 10% Perlite or coarse sand

Ideal soil pH:

• 6.0–7.0

Sowing Method

• Sow seeds in seed trays or small pots.
• Plant seeds 3–5 mm deep.
• Keep the growing medium evenly moist.
• Germinate in a bright location out of direct midday sun.
• Transplant seedlings when they develop 4–6 true leaves.

Temperature & Light

• Ideal germination temperature: 18–22°C
• Ideal growing temperature: 15–28°C
• Requires 6–8 hours of sunlight daily.
• In the Gulf, morning sun with light afternoon shade is ideal.

Watering

• Keep the soil consistently moist during germination.
• After establishment, water when the top 2–3 cm of soil becomes dry.
• Avoid waterlogging and overhead watering late in the day.

Germination Time

• 7–14 days

Plant Spacing

• 25–30 cm between plants.
• 35–40 cm between rows.

Flowering

• Flowers approximately 90–120 days after sowing.
• Remove faded flowers regularly to encourage continuous blooming.
• Excellent as a long-lasting cut flower.

Fertilization

• Mix compost into the soil before planting.
• Apply a balanced flowering fertilizer every 3–4 weeks.
• Reduce nitrogen once flower buds begin to form.

Gulf Climate Tips

• Grow only during the cool season.
• Water early in the morning.
• Ensure good air circulation around plants.
• Apply mulch to keep roots cool.
• Protect plants from hot afternoon sun during late spring.
• Monitor for aphids, thrips, spider mites, powdery mildew, Fusarium wilt, and leaf spot.
• Peony Aster 'Delicate Pink' is ideal for flower beds, borders, containers, cottage gardens, and premium cut flower production throughout the Gulf.