How to Care for Callistephus chinensis (China aster)

Korean name: 과꽃

Callistephus chinensis is an annual or perennial herb with oval leaves and colorful flowers, adding beauty to gardens. It grows 30-90cm tall and prefers sunlight. It is easy to care for, suitable for beginners.

Key facts

• Category: Flowering plant
• Difficulty: Easy
• Where to keep: outdoors
• Native to: China
• Growth rate: Moderate
• Pets: Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.
• Flower meaning: constant love, friendship
• Traits: beginner friendly, flower, garden, partial shade
• Also known as: China aster, Annual aster

Care Guide

• Light: Grow in bright, indirect sunlight.
• Watering: Water thoroughly when the soil surface dries.
• Soil: Well-drained fertile soil is preferred.
• Humidity: Maintain moderate humidity.
• Temperature: 15~25°C
• Fertilizer: Apply diluted liquid fertilizer 1-2 times a month during the growing season.

Common questions

How often should you water Callistephus chinensis?

Water thoroughly when the soil surface dries. Roughly every 7 days is the baseline; adjust for the season and the spot it sits in.

Where should you keep Callistephus chinensis?

It likes Grow in bright, indirect sunlight.. You can grow it outdoors. Use Well-drained fertile soil is preferred..

Is Callistephus chinensis safe around pets?

Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.

Is Callistephus chinensis good for beginners?

Difficulty: Easy. It is forgiving enough for a first plant. Keep it around 15~25°C. Humidity: Maintain moderate humidity.. Fertilise Apply diluted liquid fertilizer 1-2 times a month during the growing season..