Callistephus chinensis (Aster) Serenade Rose tipped White – Elegant bicolor spray aster

The Callistephus chinensis (Aster) Serenade Rose Tipped White is an enchanting variety from the Serenade series, known for its clustered blooms and elegant bicolor flowers. Each stem bears an abundance of semi-double flowers with a yellow center, the pink petals subtly tipped with white. This creates a refined and fresh look that adds striking beauty to both the garden and bouquets.

With a flower diameter of approximately 3 cm and compact, abundant clusters, Serenade Rose Tipped White is ideal for cut flower production, borders, and pots. This variety combines aesthetics and reliability, provided proper cultivation practices are followed.

Abundant cluster blooms and refined colours

Each stem of the Serenade Rose tipped White bears a cluster of multiple flowers, creating a dense, lush bloom. The semi-double flowers are a soft pink with white tips and a striking yellow center, creating a subtle and elegant color contrast in borders, pots, or flower arrangements.

Thanks to its compact clusters, this aster is excellent for cut flowers, as multiple blooms per stem create a full, professional look. In borders or pots, the two-toned Serenade Rose tipped White adds a fresh and stylish accent that combines beautifully with other summer and autumn flowers.

Production cycle and cultivation time

The production cycle of Serenade Rose Tipped White is approximately 14 weeks from sowing in spring. By using day-length manipulation techniques, flowering can be accelerated or timed to specific harvest times.

This predictable flowering and compact growth period make the Serenade Rose tipped White particularly suitable for professional cut flower cultivation, where planning and harvesting are easy to coordinate.

Fusarium tolerance and cultivation advice

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

• Change location annually or disinfect the soil.

• Avoid overwatering and ensure well-draining soil.

• Promote cultivation in a sunny and airy environment.

With these precautions, the Serenade Rose tipped White 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 higher flower production. Regularly removing spent flowers prolongs flowering and keeps the plants healthy.

Ideal for garden, pot and bouquet

The Serenade Rose tipped White is a versatile aster suitable for gardens, pots, and cut flowers. Its compact clusters and elegant bicolor flowers make it ideal for:

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

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

• Borders and pots, for a refined and stylish accent in the summer and autumn garden.

The combination of rich cluster blooms and subtle two-tone flowers makes this aster a valuable addition to any gardener or grower.

Discover the complete Callistephus range at Easyseed

In addition to the Serenade Rose Tipped White, 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.