CATEGORY – Seasonal

UOM – Each

SAPLING DESCRIPTION

1.Number of saplings in a net pot – 1
2.Sapling Height – 4 to 7 inches
3.Watering – Keep soil lightly moist; water when topsoil dries
4.Sunlight – Full to partial sunlight

PLANT DESCRIPTION

1.Difficulty Level – Easy
2.Full Plant Height – 1 to 3 feet
3.Leaves Color – Dark green, narrow or lance-shaped leaves
4.Flowers – Star-shaped daisy-like flowers in purple, pink, white, or blue with yellow centers
5.Type – Outdoor seasonal flowering plant
6.Feed – Compost or balanced fertilizer every 3–4 weeks
7.Watering – Moderate; avoid overwatering
8.Soil – Well-drained, loamy or sandy loam soil
9.Sunlight – Prefers full sun but tolerates partial sun
10.Suitable Temperature – 55°F–75°F (13°C–24°C)

HOW TO PLANT A SAPLING

1.Choose a location with well-drained soil and good sunlight.
2.Dig a hole just deep enough for the net pot.
3.Place the sapling (with net pot) into the hole.
4.Fill with soil and press lightly around the base.
5.Water gently and keep soil moist during establishment.

ALTERNATE NAMES

1.Botanical name: Aster spp.
2.Common names: Aster, Star Flower
3.Hindi: अस्टर फूल (Astar Phool)
4.Tamil: அஸ்டர் (Astar)
5.Telugu: ఆస్టర్ పువ్వు (Āstar Puvvu)
6.Kannada: ಆಸ್ಟರ್ ಹೂವು (Āsṭar Hoovu)
7.Marathi: अस्टर फूल (Astar Phul)
8.Malayalam: ആസ്റ്റർ പുഷ്പം (Āsṭar Puṣpam)