Callistephus chinensis (Aster) Standy Red – Robust cushion aster with fiery red flowers

The Callistephus chinensis (Aster) Standy Red is a striking variety from the Standy range, known for its large, 8–10 cm cushion flowers in an intense, fiery red. This aster combines long vase life, sturdy stems, and high disease resistance, making it ideal for both garden enthusiasts and professional florists.

Thanks to its upright growth and robust stems, Standy Red is perfect as a cut flower, while the full blooms also create vibrant accents in borders or standalone plantings. The deep red color spectrum adds a powerful and elegant touch to gardens and bouquets.

High disease resistance

The Standy variety is distinguished by its high tolerance to Fusarium and Verticillium wilt, which keeps the plants healthy and allows them to bloom for a long time. This makes Standy Red suitable for professional cut flower growers, but also for gardeners who want to enjoy beautiful, reliable blooms without any worries.

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

Striking cushion flowers

The Standy Red produces large, full cushion flowers of 8–10 cm, perfectly formed and long-lasting. The intense red color exudes elegance and vibrancy, creating a beautiful contrast with the green foliage. Thanks to their long vase life, these asters remain fresh and decorative in bouquets for extended periods.

Growth and cultivation

The Standy Red 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 gardeners and commercial growers. The combination of large flowers, sturdy stems, and robust plants ensures a high yield and long-lasting ornamental value.

Ideal applications

The Standy Red is versatile:

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

• Borders: The fiery red 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 Standy Red, 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.