Astra Lady Coral Light Pink is a high-growing series of plants with a height of 60-70 cm and a correct pyramidal bush shape. Strong shoots support numerous densely double spherical inflorescences with a diameter of 10-12 cm. Flowers have a light pink shade with a luster on the tips of ray florets, which gives them special decorativeness, resembling both a rose and a chrysanthemum simultaneously. Thanks to the exceptional density of inflorescences and their large quantity on one plant, astra retains freshness and attractiveness for a long time both in the open ground and in a bouquet.
For growing Lady Coral, it is recommended to choose well-lit areas with fertile loam or sandy loam soil. Seeds are sown in March-April to obtain seedlings, which are transplanted when the first pair of true leaves appears in a 5x5 cm scheme. Planting in open ground is carried out from mid-May to early June. Sowing seeds directly into the ground early in spring or in winter with subsequent mulching with peat or sawdust is also possible. The culture is unpretentious, responds well to top dressings, and is characterized by high resistance to fusarium.
This series of astra is ideal for professional growing for cut flowers, as well as for decorating garden plots. Flowers retain their decorative properties in a vase for a long time, which makes them in demand for floristics and landscape design. Lady Coral combines an impressive appearance, resistance to unfavorable conditions, and ease of care, which makes it an excellent choice for gardeners and floriculturists.
