New England ASTER Purple Perennial Non-GMO novae-angliae HEIRLOOM 100 Seeds!

New England ASTER Seeds
Perennial – Heirloom – 100 Seeds

100% Pure Seed – No Filler – Non GMO

PRODUCT INFORMATION

• Grow Heirloom Asters New England Aster Seeds
• The New England Aster has long been highly
  prized by many native wild gardeners. 
• And despite its parochial name, it definitely
  will thrive outside of ole’ yankee country! (These grow all over the mountains here in TN and in my garden with lots of sun and water they grow huge! But with part shade they still grow beautifully!
• This plant forms beautiful, yet
  delicate clusters of purple, lavender and light pink flowers. 
• An unusual
  wildflower that is sure to turn heads and spur conversation.

FAST FACTS

• Name:  New
  England Aster
• 
  Botanical Name:  Aster novae-angliae
• 
  Life Cycle:  Perennial
• 
  Color:  Purple
• 
  Bloom Season: Summer, Fall
• 
  Height: 24-72 Inches
• 
  Light Requirement:  Sun
• 
  Sowing Method:  Direct Sow
• 
  Hardiness Zones:  3-8
• 
  Deer Resistant: Yes
• 
  Temperature: 65 – 75F
• 
  Average Germ Time: 21 – 45 days
• 
  Depth: Sow seed on surface, lightly cover
• 
  Moisture: Keep moist until germination
• 
  Plant Spacing: 24 inches

HOW TO GROW WILDFLOWERS

Planting the Wildflower Garden of Your Dreams –
in 5 Easy Steps!

As many experienced gardeners are aware,
planting wildflower seed is a relatively simple task; but it is not completely
effortless. Like any worthwhile gardening project, the more time and effort
that you are willing and able to allot to proper preparation, the more
successful the results are likely to be. The following steps are designed to
assist the wildflower gardener in establishing a wildflower meadow that will
impress and inspire for years to come…

1) Choose Your Season:

It is a pleasant surprise for many gardeners to
learn that wildflower seeds can be successfully installed at various times
throughout the growing season. Though spring is the most common and
conventional time of the year to sow wildflower seed; successful results can
also be achieved by planting in summer and fall as well. This seasonal
versatility is a great advantage to the wildflower gardener and brings many
diverse benefits and possibilities.

Spring Planting: For most temperate regions of
the United States, spring planting is best carried out within a month or so
after the final frost of the winter season. The exact date will naturally vary
based on your region and the severity of the winter season. The important thing
is to not ‘jump the gun” and plant too early; if seeds are installed prior to a
late-season frost, they will be lost for the season and will need to be
re-seeded.

Summer Planting: Summer planting is advisable
for cooler areas where temperatures don’t hover at 80 degrees or more for long
periods of time.

Fall Planting: Though it may seem unusual to
plant flower seeds in fall, it is actually the preferred time of year for many
seasoned wildflower gardeners. The main benefit: a jump-start in bloom the
following spring! However, if you do decide to plant your seeds in the fall,
the trick is to do so after the first killing frost of the season.

2) Choose Your Site:

It may sound obvious enough, but choosing the
most advantageous site on your property is a very important determinant in the
eventual success of your wildflower meadow. The most important factors to
consider in this regard are the amount of average daily sunlight, the relative
quality of the soil, and the accessibility to a water source like a hose or a
sprinkler. Though many wildflowers do tolerate some filtered shade – and a few
actually thrive in it – the vast majority are definitely sun-lovers and will
likely demonstrate the strongest bloom where exposure is greatest. Therefore,
the general rule of thumb when considering the optimum planting site on your
property is “the more sun the better”. This naturally means that areas with
little or no tree coverage and as little obstruction from any structure such as
a house, garage, or barn are best. Soil too is sometimes a consideration when
planting wildflowers, but it’s important to keep in mind that wildflowers will
generally sprout in all but the most difficult conditions. This means that
pampering your site with fertilizer or rich sod is not usually necessary. In
fact, doing so can sometimes achieve the opposite result by inviting unwanted
weeds and grasses. Only in the poorest of conditions, where the soil is
literally sterile, is using an accelerant advisable. Lastly, when choosing the
best site for your seed installation, the availability of a steady watering source
is helpful, but not usually necessary. In most regions and during most seasons,
natural rainfall will be sufficient to provide the water necessary for a
successful bloom. However, if you live in a particularly arid region, are
planting during drier months, or are simply experiencing prolonged drought, it
will definitely be to your advantage to water your site every other day or so
for the first few weeks after planting until root growth is established.

3) Determine Your Desired Coverage:

If there’s one thing we’ve learned after almost
three decades of consulting with wildflower gardeners, it’s that there is no
perfect answer for how much seed is required to create the perfect wildflower
meadow. The reason for this, of course, is that each “wild” gardener has his or
her own particular ideas about how a meadow should look. Though some choose to
create a sparse “meadowy” look, most others prefer a denser stand of flowers
that will dazzle and delight come bloom time. Whichever effect suits your taste
and budget, remember to always keep in mind that you are, after all, creating a
“wild” flower garden and that the same yardstick used for hybrid flowers,
herbs, vegetables, etc. does not apply. We have constructed the following chart
to provide a general guide to seeding rates. It should be noted that our
recommended rates are admittedly higher than many of our competitors. Is that
just because we want to sell more seed, you ask? Well, of course we’re in the
business of selling seed, but the real basis of our recommendations comes from
our customers, who have told us for decades that they usually prefer to spend a
little more money for a lot more color. After all, most folks that have
undertaken a wildflower planting have allotted a considerable portion of their
property to the project, and naturally want to see lush, and season-long,
results. One other note to keep in mind when deciding how much seed is required
for your project is that there is considerable variance between species and
mixtures. We generally recommend one standard seeding rate for all wildflower
mixtures, while the rates for species will vary widely (see Fast Facts above).

4) Clear Existing Growth & Loosen The Soil:

This is an absolutely vital step in the
installation of any successful wildflower seed project. Though it may sound
tempting to randomly cast your seeds into thin air and hope they will sprout,
it is simply a waste of time and money to do so on a site that has not been
properly prepared for planting. Though wildflower seeds are tenacious by nature
– and a few might even persevere under the most inhospitable of circumstances –
they, like all seeds, will perform best when rid of noxious weeds and grasses.
There are several ways to effectively remove existing growth and cultivate your
soil, and the size of the site will typically be the deciding factor in which
method is ultimately chosen. For smaller sites, a rake, hoe, or shovel is often
sufficient to do the trick of removing unwanted grass, weeds, etc., while for
larger sites, a roto-tiller is often the preferred method. Regardless of what
tool or machine is used, the important thing to remember is that the more
growth that can be removed, and the more the soil can be loosened, the better
the environment for which your seeds to ultimately thrive. Of course, also keep
in mind that, after all, these are “wild” flowers, not roses, and so naturally
there will be competition from weeds and grasses. The bottom line is: work the
soil as best you can, but don’t panic when some weeds sprout along with the
flowers!

5) Sow Your Seed!

So now you’ve got some sweat on your brow and
you’re ready to plant! There are many effective installation techniques, but
again, the size of the project will probably determine which makes the most
sense for you. The two methods that are probably most advisable for the
home-owner are 1) the old fashioned hand-broadcast method (for smaller jobs),
and 2) the use of a rotary or “cyclone” seeder (for larger jobs). The former
involves simply scattering the seed evenly over the site by hand, while the
latter accomplishes the same results through the use a hand-cranked spreader
that can be purchased relatively cheaply at any garden center. If seeding an
area of several acres or more, hydro-seeding is our recommended method, and we
invite you to contact us for information if your plans to call for such a
sizable project. Regardless of which sowing method you choose, we strongly
recommend mixing your seed with regular “sand box” sand at a ratio of about 5
parts (sand) to 1 part (seed). This allows for a more even distribution and
also provides a convenient way to mark which portions of the site have been
seeded and which have not. This is not a required method for a successful
planting, but most will find it a simple, affordable, and practical step. After
sowing, we recommend that you lightly compress your seeds into the soil – no
more than a ½ inch – so as to protect them from birds, wind disbursement, etc.
The key here is to compress them, but not bury them. If the site is of a
manageable size, you can accomplish this by simply walking over the portion
that’s just been seeded, or if it’s a larger area, you might want to use a
standard seed roller; often used when planting grass seed.

Now, you’re finished! It’s time to kick back and
watch the “seeds” of your labor take root

SEED STORING

• Store
  your seeds in a cool, dry and dark location.
• Most
  seeds have a long shelf life, but heat and moisture will cut that life
  short.
• Dedicate
  a drawer or cabinet to storing your seeds where you can also house your
  gardening journal close at hand for dreaming, planning and preparing.

Customer Service

• Upon
  receipt of your package or box, be sure to open immediately and check the
  contents. We always add extra seed in case any get damaged in shipping so
  feel free to count them ?
• The
  products you have just received are perishable and care should be taken to
  ensure their future viability. 
• Your
  success and happiness is our success and happiness! 
• We
  have the friendliest and fastest customer service you’ve ever seen so
  don’t hesitate to contact us!

Fast and Free!

• Free
  shipping!
• Your
  seeds will ship the day after payment via USPS First Class mail!
• Please
  check our feedback – we have FAST shipping!  If you don’t
  receive your seeds in a timely manner please message us.
• On
  purchases over $25 we ship USPS First Class PACKAGE with Tracking

Free Wildflower Gift Pack 

• Free
  Wildflower Gift Pack shipped with orders over $10 (must be purchased same
  day)
• Gift
  Pack contains minimum of 50 Seeds!

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