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Aster Seeds - Gremlin Double Mix
Best low-maintenance annual for gardeners seeking vibrant, pollinator-friendly cut flowers.
Brighten your garden with Gremlin Double Mix Asters, a vibrant annual that produces large, fluffy blooms in a cheerful mix of purple, pink, and white. These easy-to-grow flowers are perfect for cutting gardens or adding a splash of color to your yard. They thrive in full sun, offering beautiful summer through fall blooms. Gremlin Double Mix Asters are also heat and drought tolerant, deer resistant, and attract beneficial pollinators like bees and butterflies, making them a delightful addition to any garden.
$5.49
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
3177
/ 6090
#3177 in Seeds & Seed Tape
Price vs Category Average
-48%
Below average
Botanical Name
Callistephus chinensis
/ Callistephus chinensis
Who it's for
- Landscapers needing vibrant color for late-season interest
- Floral designers wanting long-lasting, sturdy cut flowers
- Gardeners seeking high-impact, textured floral displays
Who should skip it
- Organic growers wary of frequent pest monitoring requirements
- Beginners avoiding complex soil management and disease prevention
- Busy gardeners preferring low-maintenance perennial plantings
Performance breakdown
Pollinator Appeal
Highly effective at drawing bees and butterflies to your garden beds.
Environmental Resilience
Robust heat and drought tolerance ensures survival during harsh summer months.
Ease of Cultivation
Simple growth requirements make these an ideal choice for novice gardeners.
Floral Aesthetics
Large, fluffy double blooms provide a high-impact visual display.
Pest Resistance
Natural deer resistance protects your floral investment from common garden grazers.
Cut Flower Utility
Sturdy stems and vibrant colors make these perfect for indoor arrangements.
Key Specs
Botanical Name
Callistephus chinensis
Seed Type
Open Pollinated Seed
Life Cycle
Annual
Plant Height
30 inches
Bloom Season
Summer through Fall
Hardiness Zones
3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Days to Maturity
60 to 90 days
Growth Habit
Clumping, Upright
Features
- Large, fluffy double blooms in mixed colors
- Unique flowers that open in pairs
- Easy-to-grow annual for summer color
- Attracts bees and butterflies
- Drought and heat tolerant
- Deer resistant
- Ideal for cut flower gardens
- Thrives in full sun
What customers say
Gardeners consistently praise the exceptional quality of the Gremlin Double Mix seeds, noting a remarkably high germination rate that ensures a successful planting experience. The ease of use is a major highlight; even beginners find these seeds reliable, producing robust, colorful double blooms exactly as advertised. This reliability translates directly into high satisfaction, confirming the product delivers significant visual impact with minimal effort.
Know before you buy
Yes, Gremlin Double Mix Asters are container-friendly. Given their 30-inch height, ensure you use a sturdy pot with adequate drainage to support their upright, clumping growth habit.
You can expect blooms from summer through fall. With a maturity time of 60 to 90 days, they provide a long-lasting display of color throughout the warmer months.
No, these asters are considered deer resistant, making them a reliable choice for gardens in areas where deer pressure is a common concern.
These asters thrive in full sun and require average water. While they are heat and drought tolerant once established, they perform best when provided with consistent moisture during their initial growth phase.
Absolutely. Their large, fluffy double blooms and upright stems make them an excellent choice for cut flower gardens, allowing you to bring their vibrant colors indoors.
Yes, the Gremlin Double Mix is highly effective at attracting beneficial pollinators, including bees and butterflies, to your garden.
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