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Aster Seeds (Pompon) - Rubens Mix
Best low-maintenance annual for gardeners seeking vibrant, deer-resistant cut flowers.
Brighten your garden with Rubens Mix Pompon Aster seeds, a delightful annual that promises a season of vibrant color. These asters produce charming, small blooms with densely packed petals atop strong stems, perfect for cutting and arranging in vases. Growing to approximately 20 inches tall with a neat, upright habit, they flourish in full sun and bloom from summer into fall. Rubens Mix Asters are remarkably easy to cultivate, attract beneficial pollinators, and offer deer resistance, making them a beautiful and practical choice for any garden setting.
$5.49
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
3177
/ 6090
#3177 in Seeds & Seed Tape
Price vs Category Average
-48%
Below average
Life Cycle
Annual
/ Annual
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking unique textures for floral arrangements
- Budget-conscious florists growing their own cut flowers
- Homeowners wanting vibrant color during the late-season lull
Who should skip it
- Gardeners in humid climates avoiding high-maintenance plants
- Low-effort gardeners wanting plants that stand on their own
- Busy growers lacking indoor space for early seed starting
Performance breakdown
Pollinator Attraction
Highly effective at drawing bees and butterflies to your garden beds.
Cut Flower Longevity
Densely packed petals ensure these blooms hold up beautifully in vases.
Cultivation Ease
A straightforward annual that thrives with minimal gardener intervention.
Environmental Resilience
Reliably handles heat and drought while deterring hungry local deer.
Container Versatility
Compact height makes these a perfect fit for patio pots.
Visual Impact
Vibrant mixed colors provide a consistent, high-energy display all season.
Key Specs
Life Cycle
Annual
Plant Type
Pompon Aster
Plant Height
20 inches
Bloom Season
Summer through Fall
Light Requirement
Full Sun
Plant Spacing
6 to 8 inches
Planting Depth
1/8 inch
Hardiness Zones
3-9
Features
- Attracts bees and butterflies
- Long-lasting cut flowers
- Easy to grow and maintain
- Drought and heat tolerant
- Deer resistant
- Vibrant mixed colors
- Ideal for containers
What customers say
Rubens Mix aster seeds are consistently praised for their exceptional quality and reliable performance. Gardeners, including beginners, find them remarkably easy to start, appreciating the impressive germination rates. The resulting pompon blooms are stunningly vibrant, accurately reflecting the advertised colors for a spectacular display that often exceeds expectations. This mix provides a straightforward way to achieve a professional looking garden border with minimal effort, offering excellent value for the results.
Know before you buy
Yes, Rubens Mix Asters are container-friendly. Given their 20-inch height and upright habit, they work well in medium-sized pots as long as they receive full sun.
Pompon asters are known for their long-lasting blooms. When cut at the right stage and kept in fresh water, they can remain vibrant in a vase for a week or longer.
These asters are considered deer-resistant. While no plant is entirely deer-proof, they are generally not a preferred food source for deer, making them a safer choice for gardens in high-traffic wildlife areas.
For optimal airflow and growth, space your seeds or seedlings 6 to 8 inches apart. This spacing prevents overcrowding and helps keep the plants healthy throughout the season.
No, these are annuals, meaning they complete their life cycle in a single growing season. You will need to replant seeds each spring to enjoy them again the following year.
Plant the seeds at a shallow depth of 1/8 inch. Because they require light to germinate, covering them too deeply can prevent them from sprouting successfully.
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