Aster Maxi

Statuesque beauty for professional floral displays

When selecting a cultivar for professional landscaping or commercial cut flower production, reliability is the most critical factor. The 'Maxi' aster is a classic annual hybrid of domestic selection, engineered to create voluminous, expressive compositions. Standing at 80–100 cm tall, this cultivar is the perfect candidate for the back of flowerbeds where vertical structure and height are required.

Maintenance and Operational Insights

In the field, 'Maxi' displays a predictable growth habit. Given the height of the flower stalks, proper management during the active growth phase is essential; while the stems are robust, installing support grids or stakes is recommended in exposed, windy areas to maintain the upright geometry of the plant and ensure the pristine market quality of the blooms.

• Flower Handling: With a diameter of 8–10 cm, 'Maxi' is highly valued for floral arrangements. The density of the petals allows for excellent vase life, maintaining a fresh appearance for an extended duration.
• Agronomics: As an annual, its lifecycle is completed within a single season. The plant is not winter-hardy, so cropping schedules should be tailored to the optimal planting windows of your specific climate zone.
• Versatility: This cultivar is highly adaptable, performing equally well in decorative landscape design and as a dedicated crop for cut flower production.

The 'Maxi' aster serves as a reliable asset for any agronomist, providing consistent yields when basic irrigation and fertilization protocols are met. Since the plant is non-perennial, it simplifies crop rotation cycles; once the season concludes, standard clearing of the plot is sufficient to prepare the soil for subsequent plantings.