Callistephus Chinensis Collection

China aster cultivars, Callistephus chinensis. Handcoloured lithograph from Louis van Houtte
FLO4627477 China aster cultivars, Callistephus chinensis. Handcoloured lithograph from Louis van Houtte and Charles Lemaire's Flowers of the Gardens and Hothouses of Europe

Pyramid-shaped hybrid China asters, Callistephus chinensis. Handcoloured lithograph from Louis van Houtte
FLO4629678 Pyramid-shaped hybrid China asters, Callistephus chinensis. Handcoloured lithograph from Louis van Houtte and Charles Lemaire's Flowers of the Gardens and Hothouses of Europe

The Queen daisy purple and red. China star, Callistephus chinensis. Handcoloured etching from Pierre Joseph Buchoz
FLO4596532 The Queen daisy purple and red. China star, Callistephus chinensis. Handcoloured etching from Pierre Joseph Buchoz Precious and illuminated collection of the most beautiful

Aster, c. 1743 (hand-coloured engraving)
1631608 Aster, c.1743 (hand-coloured engraving) by Ehret, Georg Dionysius (1710-70); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; German, out of copyright

China aster, reine marguerite, Callistephus chinensis
6336994 China aster, reine marguerite, Callistephus chinensis by Bessa, Pancrace (1772-1846) (after); (add.info.: China aster, reine marguerite, Callistephus chinensis)

China aster flowers, 19th century C013 / 6775
China aster (Callistephus chinensis) flowers, 19th-century artwork. This illustration is from Full Instructions for the Young Artist

Callistephus chinensis, China aster
Painting by Pierre Joseph Redoute (1759-1840), from his publication Choix des plus belles fleurs (The Most Beautiful Flowers), c. 1827-33

China Aster (Callistephus chinensis) in flower

China aster flowers (Callistephus sp. )
China aster flowers (Callistephus chinensis)

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Discover the timeless beauty of Callistephus chinensis, also known as the China aster or Reine Marguerite. This enchanting flower, depicted in an exquisite hand-coloured engraving from 1743, has graced gardens for centuries. Native to China, Callistephus chinensis boasts vibrant, daisy-like blooms that range from pink to purple, white, and red. In the 19th century, these captivating China aster flowers were a cherished addition to European gardens, and they continue to be a favorite among gardeners today. With their distinctive, velvety petals and compact growth habit, Callistephus chinensis is an essential component of any flower garden. Whether grown from seed or purchased as seedlings, these stunning asters are sure to add a touch of elegance and charm to your outdoor space. Try the ASTER Comet Formula Mix PINK for a colorful and easy-to-grow option.