Grow Stokes Aster from seed for colorful beds, borders, containers, or cut flower arrangements. Why gardeners choose it Adds garden color with an easy seed-starting option Useful for beds, borders, containers, or mixed plantings A practical choice for seasonal flower displays Pairs well with other annual and perennial garden favorites Good for gardeners building a more colorful outdoor space Planting notesSow Stokes Aster in spring where it can receive full sun. Keep the seedbed evenly moist until germination, usually 10-21 days. Grow plants to about 12-36 in. and plan for blooms in about 90-120 days. Best suited to USDA zones 3A-8A. Adjust sowing time for your local frost dates and summer heat. Use local planting dates, weather, and soil conditions to fine-tune sowing time and care.