Aster Dwarf ‘Pinocchio’ Mixed – Bright, Bushy, and Long-Flowering Aster Dwarf ‘Pinocchio’ Mixed offers a cheerful display of compact, bushy plants covered in semi-double blooms in shades of pink, red, violet, and white. These easy-to-grow annuals provide long-lasting color from summer into autumn, making them ideal for borders, pots, and cutting. What Makes It Special Charming mix of bright, semi-double blooms Compact plants perfect for small gardens and containers Long flowering season until the first frost Excellent for cutting and fresh arrangements Low-maintenance and rewarding for all gardeners Key Features Height: 20–25 cm – neat, compact habit Flowers in a wide range of vibrant colors Works well in formal and informal displays Attracts pollinators and beneficial insects Great choice for beginners Ideal For Bedding and border edging Patio pots, window boxes, and containers Cottage gardens and mixed displays Fresh cut flowers for the home Sowing Sow indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost or direct sow after frost danger has passed Plant seeds 0.5 cm deep in well-drained soil at 16–20°C Germination: 7–14 days Space plants 20–25 cm apart Prefers full sun and moderate watering