China aster ' Matsumoto Apricot '
Callistephus chinensis
 
Abundant peachy Apricot blooms.
Spray-type plant
The ultimate cut flower variety with excellent length, strength, and firmness of stems. The plant produces masses of flowers in the apricot pastel shades that open to reveal golden centres. Bloom size is 2"  in diameter and grows to a height of 28-32". The plant form is heavily branching and upright.
 
Details:
Plant life cycle: annual
Site: full sun
Height: 28-32”
Days to maturity: 110-120 days
Seed depth: 1/8"
Plant spacing: 9-12”
Approx seeds per packet: 50
 
How to Grow:
Sowing:
Transplant (recommended) - Sow 1/8" deep into 72-cell flats or preferred seedling container, 6-8 weeks before last frost. Heat and reduced daylength initiate flowering. Establish plantings early to avoid short stems.
Direct seed - After your last frost date and when soil temperature is 65-70°F (18-21°C). Provide support. Pinching not required. Don't bury seeds too deeply; lightly cover with soil or vermiculite. 
 
Harvesting
Harvest when Outside ray florets begin to open. Place immediately in water
 
Vase life:
Add flower food, will last up to 10-14 days