Callistephus chinensis (Aster) Serenade Red – Fiery cluster aster for garden and bouquet

The Callistephus chinensis (Aster) Serenade Red is a beautiful, early-flowering aster from the Serenade series, known for its clustered blooms and intense red color. Each stem bears an abundance of semi-double flowers with a yellow center, creating a vibrant and full mass of blooms that is a real eye-catcher in both the garden and bouquets.

With a flower diameter of approximately 3 cm and compact, abundant clusters, Serenade Red is ideal for cut flower production, borders, and potting. This variety combines beauty and reliability, provided proper cultivation practices are followed.

Abundant cluster blooms and fiery color

Each stem of the Serenade Red bears a cluster of multiple flowers, resulting in a dense and abundant bloom. The semi-double flowers, with their fiery red color and yellow center, create a striking contrast and are a real eye-catcher in borders, pots, and bouquets.

Thanks to its compact clusters, Serenade Red is ideal for cut flowers, as multiple blooms per stem create a full, professional look. In borders or pots, it creates a powerful and vibrant accent that combines beautifully with other summer and autumn flowers.

Production cycle and cultivation time

The production cycle of Serenade Red is approximately 14 weeks from sowing in spring. By using day-length manipulation techniques, flowering can be accelerated or synchronized with specific harvest times, which offers a significant advantage for professional cut flower growers.

The predictable flowering and short production time make the Serenade Red very suitable for both commercial and residential applications.

Fusarium tolerance and cultivation advice

Asters are susceptible to Fusarium wilt, a fungus that can cause root and stem wilt. To maintain healthy and productive plants, it is recommended:

• Change location annually or disinfect the soil.

• Avoid overwatering and ensure well-draining soil.

• Grow in a sunny and airy environment to reduce mold formation.

With these precautions, the Serenade Red can flower profusely and maintain its full cluster shape.

Cultivation information

• Sowing period: February – April (indoors or under glass)

• Plant out: after the last frost, end of April – beginning of May

• Planting distance: 25 × 25 cm for compact growth

• Flower diameter: ±3 cm

• Height: 40–50 cm

• Flowering time: approximately 14 weeks from sowing, depending on growing conditions

Growing tip: Top young plants for more compact clusters and increased flower production. Regularly remove spent flowers to prolong flowering and keep the plants healthy.

Ideal for garden, pot and bouquet

Serenade Red is versatile and suitable for gardens, pots, and cut flowers. Its compact clusters and fiery color make it ideal for:

• Bee and butterfly gardens, thanks to the abundant nectar and pollen.

• Romantic field bouquets and flower arrangements, where the bunches give a full appearance.

• Borders and pots, for a powerful and striking summer accent.

Thanks to the combination of richly flowering clusters and intense red flowers, this aster is a real asset to any gardener or grower.

Discover the complete Callistephus range at Easyseed

In addition to Serenade Red, Easyseed offers a wide range of Callistephus chinensis varieties, from the Matsumoto line to the Serenade series. Each variety guarantees high-quality seeds, reliable germination, and abundant flowering, so gardeners and florists can always choose quality and beauty for their own gardens.