Callistephus chinensis (Aster) Serenade White – Elegant white cluster aster for garden and bouquet

The Callistephus chinensis (Aster) Serenade White is a beautiful, early-flowering aster from the Serenade series, beloved for its clusters of pure white blooms. Each stem bears an abundance of semi-double flowers with a yellow center, creating a full and elegant mass of flowers that adds a refined touch to both the garden and bouquets.

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

Abundant cluster blooms and fresh white flowers

Each stem of the Serenade White bears a cluster of multiple flowers, creating a dense and lush bloom. The semi-double flowers are pure white with a contrasting yellow center, creating a fresh and elegant accent in borders, pots, and bouquets.

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

Production cycle and cultivation time

The production cycle of Serenade 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 Serenade 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 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 to promote compact clusters and increased flower production. Regularly removing spent flowers prolongs flowering and keeps the plants healthy.

Ideal for garden, pot and bouquet

The Serenade White is versatile and suitable for gardens, pots, and cut flowers. Its compact clusters and pure white 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 bright and elegant accent in the summer and autumn garden.

The combination of rich clusters of pure white flowers makes this aster a valuable addition to any gardener or grower.

Discover the complete Callistephus range at Easyseed

In addition to the Serenade 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.