

A superb performer, the Astra series offers higher germination rates, better branching, more blooms, richer color, and better staying power on dwarf, 8-12 inch multi-branched plants. Loads of large 3 inch balloon-type blooms open in the first part of summer and continue blooming right up to frost the first year from seed! Hardy to zone 4 Astra grows well in full to part sun and is ideal for borders and containers. Pkt. 25
Sow in moist potting mix, do not cover seed as light aids in germination. Keep at 65-75 F. and bright light. Transplant to 3 inch pots when 2 sets of leaves appear. Germinates in 10-15 days.