Eden Brothers
Aster Seeds Peony Duchess Mix
Best choice for gardeners wanting vibrant, low-maintenance blooms for cut arrangements.
Brighten your garden with the Peony Duchess Aster Mix, an annual flower celebrated for its large, chrysanthemum-like blooms. This mix offers a stunning array of colors, making it a top choice for cutting gardens. These asters are remarkably easy to grow, thriving in full sun and heat, and bloom vibrantly from summer through fall. Their upright, clumping habit and attractive flowers also draw in beneficial pollinators, adding life and color to any outdoor space or container.
$5.49
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4.6
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Category Rank
3177
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#3177 in Seeds & Seed Tape
Price vs Category Average
-48%
Below average
Life Cycle
Annual
/ Annual
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking high-impact, peony-like blooms for dramatic displays
- Landscape planners wanting to extend color into the late season
- Floral designers looking for long-lasting, professional-quality cut flowers
Who should skip it
- Casual growers wanting low-maintenance plants resistant to common diseases
- Busy gardeners unable to commit to frequent, labor-intensive deadheading
- Beginners preferring the simplicity of direct-sowing seeds outdoors
Performance breakdown
Bloom Aesthetic
Incurved petals create a striking, chrysanthemum-like visual impact.
Ease of Cultivation
Low-maintenance growth cycle perfect for beginner and experienced gardeners alike.
Pollinator Attraction
Vibrant blooms act as a reliable magnet for local bees.
Vase Longevity
Sturdy stems provide excellent durability for indoor floral arrangements.
Environmental Resilience
Strong heat tolerance ensures consistent performance during peak summer months.
Container Versatility
Compact clumping habit adapts well to smaller patio or balcony pots.
Key Specs
Life Cycle
Annual
Plant Height
28 inches
Bloom Season
Summer through Fall
Seed Type
Open Pollinated Seed
Sowing Method
Direct Sow
Light Requirement
Full Sun
Plant Spacing
6 to 8 inches
Hardiness Zones
3-9
Features
- Early-blooming mixed colors resemble garden mums
- Unique flower with masses of incurved petals
- Easy to grow and maintain
- Attracts bees and butterflies
- Heat tolerant for outdoor growing
- Good vase life for cut flowers
- Deer resistant
- Suitable for container gardens
What customers say
Customers rave about the exceptional quality and reliability of Aster Seeds Peony Duchess Mix. The seeds consistently deliver outstanding germination, leading to vibrant, large blooms that perfectly match the advertised peony like appearance. This dependability makes them a top choice for gardeners seeking dramatic and consistent color in their flower beds. The overall experience is highly rewarding, with the seeds fulfilling their promise of beautiful, full flowers, ensuring a successful and satisfying planting season.
Know before you buy
These are annuals, meaning they complete their entire life cycle—from germination to flowering and seed production—within a single growing season. You will need to replant them each spring.
Yes, they are well-suited for container gardening. Ensure your pots have adequate drainage and are placed in a location that receives full sun to support their growth.
Peony Duchess Asters are excellent for cutting gardens and are known for having a good vase life. For the best results, cut them in the morning when the blooms are fully hydrated.
Yes, these asters are effective at drawing in bees and butterflies. Their open, petal-rich blooms provide a reliable nectar source throughout the summer and fall.
These asters are considered deer resistant, which makes them a safer choice if you live in an area with high deer traffic. While no plant is entirely deer-proof, they are generally not a preferred snack for them.
These should be direct sown in the spring once the danger of frost has passed. Space the seeds 6 to 8 inches apart in a sunny spot to ensure they have enough room to develop their upright, clumping habit.
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