Callistephus chinensis (Aster) Standy Deep Blue – Impressive cushion aster with deep blue flowers

The Callistephus chinensis (Aster) Standy Deep Blue is a stunning variety from the Standy range, beloved for its large, 8–10 cm cushion flowers in a deep, intense blue. This aster combines long vase life, sturdy stems, and high disease resistance, making it an excellent choice for both garden enthusiasts and professional florists.

Thanks to its upright growth and robust stems, Standy Deep Blue is perfect as a cut flower, while the full blooms also create striking accents in borders or standalone plantings. The deep blue color spectrum adds an elegant, cool touch to gardens and bouquets.

High disease resistance

The Standy variety is known for its high tolerance to Fusarium and Verticillium wilt, which keeps the plants healthy and allows them to bloom for a long time. This makes the Standy Deep Blue suitable for professional cut flower growers, but also for gardeners who want to enjoy beautiful flowers without a care in the world.

These easy-to-grow plants produce large flowers and long stems, making them ideal for bouquets, flower arrangements, and garden accents. This variety offers both beauty and practicality.

Striking cushion flowers

The Standy Deep Blue produces large cushion flowers of 8–10 cm, which are full, perfectly formed, and long-lasting. The deep blue color creates a striking and elegant contrast in the garden or vase. Thanks to their long vase life, these flowers remain fresh and decorative in bouquets for a long time.

Growth and cultivation

The Standy Deep Blue is characterized by upright, sturdy stems, ideal for borders, pots, or as a cut flower. The plants reach an impressive height, making them a powerful accent in the garden.

Thanks to its easy-to-grow nature, this aster is suitable for both amateur and commercial gardeners. The combination of large flowers, sturdy stems, and robust plants ensures a high yield and long-lasting ornamental value.

Ideal applications

The Standy Deep Blue is versatile:

• Cut flowers: Long, sturdy stems and large flowers make the Standy ideal for bouquets and flower arrangements.

• Borders: The deep blue flowers create a striking accent in garden borders.

• Solitary planting: Perfect as a visual focal point or eye-catcher in the garden.

The combination of large flowers, long vase life, and high disease resistance makes this aster an excellent choice for gardeners and florists looking for high-quality, eye-catching flowers.

Cultivation information

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

• Plant out: after the last frost

• Planting distance: 30 × 30 cm for optimal growth

• Flower diameter: 8–10 cm

• Height: 50–70 cm

• Flowering period: mid summer to early autumn

Growing tip: Provide plenty of sunlight and well-drained soil. Remove spent flowers regularly to prolong flowering and maintain healthy plants.

Discover the complete Callistephus range at Easyseed

In addition to the Standy Deep Blue, Easyseed offers a wide range of Callistephus chinensis varieties, including the Matsumoto and Serenade series. Each variety guarantees high-quality seeds, reliable germination, and abundant flowering, so gardeners and florists can always choose quality and color for their gardens.