Seeds

• Cineraria is a dwarf
• Compact growing plant
• Tiny star shaped flowers
• Leaves are slightly elongated
• Blooms in pink, red, lavender, purple and blue colors
• Grows to a height of 8 to 10 inches
• Blooms in winter and spring

Colors:

• Cineraria blooms in various colors including pink, red, lavender, purple, and blue.

Height:

• The plant typically grows to a height of 8-10 inches.

Family:

• Belongs to the Asteraceae family.

Genus:

• Classified under the genus Senecio or related genera.

Blooming Season:

• Cineraria blooms in Winter and Spring.

How to Propagate Seed:

Cineraria can be grown year-round in most climates. Avoid planting the seedlings in extremely hot or cold weather, which can affect the germination and growth of seedlings. They are best grown in full sun or partial shade. Sow the seeds directly in the garden at 4mm deep and 30cm apart. The soil should be moist but never wet or dry. Seeds will germinate around 14-21 days at a soil temperature of 21-24°C. When seedlings have several mature leaves, then transplant them into the garden. The seedlings will need protection from pets, pests and weather until they are fully established. If you grow plants in a container or pot, then they’ll need additional fertilizer to encourage healthy growth.

Water the plant when the soil is dry about 10cm below the surface. Aster plants produce flowering in approximately 90-120 days.

How to Protect them from disease:

Like all plants, Cineraria is receptive to pests, diseases and other problems. When it is growing in the garden, it is attacked by aphids, Powdery mildew, slugs and snails, spider mites and thrips. To control these disease attack, fertilizes them properly and apply fungicide spray on them. To control fungal disease attack, avoid watering on the leaves of plant. You can also control them by removing their hiding places or by placing sticky traps and use neem oil for thrips control. Remove the deadhead flowers to prolong the bloom of fresh flowering. Apply slow release fertilizer when seedlings are 5-10cm tall. And also apply liquid fertilizer when plants are fruiting or flowering.