Aster, Powder Puff (Callistephus chinensis) - 50 Seeds • Heirloom• Open Pollinated• American Grown Seeds• Annual• USDA Zone: 3-9 Aster 'Powder Puff' is a charming heirloom variety, celebrated for its delicate, powder puff-like blooms that resemble fluffy clouds. These enchanting flowers come in a range of soft pastel colors, adding a touch of whimsy and elegance to your late summer and fall garden. Powder Puff Asters are also beloved by pollinators, making them a wonderful addition to any pollinator-friendly garden. GROWING INSTRUCTIONS:Direct sow in early spring, planting 1/4" below the surface of the soil. For continuous blooming into late fall, plant a new crop every two weeks. To start indoors, sow the seed in a flat or peat pots 6-8 weeks before the last spring frost; keep the soil lightly moist and the temperature around 65-70 degrees F until germination, which should occur within 7-10 days. Transplant the seedlings as soon as they can safely be handled and there is no chance of frost.