Real Flower Specimen

Real Snowland Daisy (Chrysanthemum paludosum) and Strawberry Aster (China Aster - Callistephus chinensis) Flower specimen encased in clear lucite material. The specimens are clear, transparent and indestructible. Safe, authentic and completely unbreakable product put the Flowers right at your fingertips!

Anyone can safely explore the Flowers from every angle.

They are clear enough for microscope observation.

Size of the flowers are 2.3 and 2.5 cm (0.9 and 1.0 inch)

Size of each lucite block is 6.0x3.5x2.1 cm (2.4x1.4x0.8 inch).

Weight of each block is 50 gram.

These are handmade real specimen crafts. Each one will be a bit different (specimen size, color and posture) even in the same production batch.
The pictures in the listing are just for reference as we are selling multiple pieces with same pictures.

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Snowland Daisy - Chrysanthemum paludosum

Family: Asteraceae   Genus: Chrysanthemum   Species: paludosum

Annuals: Tropicals and Tender Perennials

Height:12-18 in. (30-45 cm)

Bloom Color:White/Near White

Bloom Time: Late Spring/Early Summer
Mid Summer
Late Summer/Early Fall
Mid Fall

This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Self-sows freely; deadhead if you do not want volunteer seedlings next season
This plant is resistant to deer

These sun-loving flowers have been garden favorites for centuries. They bloom in summer and fall in all colors except blue, and flowers range from the immense, showy Florists' Chrysanthemum to button-sized. The foliage has divided leaves with a strong scent. Use in borders or containers for cut flowers. The common name 'Daisy' usually refers to some kind Chrysanthemum, and "mums", to the fall-blooming hybrids sold in florists' shops. There are many other types as well, including annuals, perennials and subshrubs. Some of these are not called Chrysanthemums because the genus has been divided and renamed, so ask your local nursery. Shallow-rooted, they need moist soil and regular fertilizing. Pinch tips until mid-summer or when flowering begins. Divide plants in spring, discarding the "woody" parts. Cut back regularly to promote bloom. Leafminer causes unsightly squiggly lines on older leaves.

Strawberry Aster (China Aster - Callistephus chinensis)

Place of Origin China (Mainland)

Plant Type: Annual
Family: Asteraceae
Native Range: China
Height: 2 to 3 feet
Spread: 1 to 1.5 feet
Bloom Time: July - September  
Bloom Color: Cultivar shades of white to pink, red, blue,violet, purple and yellow
Sun: Full sun to part shade
Water: Medium

The family Asteraceae have an estimated 1,150 genera and a huge number of species seen almost all over the world originating from North America, Europe, China etc. The large China Asters are the most common form grown by florists and gardeners. Native to Asia, this lovely flowering annual is worth the little extra effort it takes for growing. It has a wide array of varieties and the height ranges from 6 inches to 3 feet. Most species of Aster are perennial and generally bloom in August. They have daisy-like or star-like flower heads (4-6" in diameter) with a yellow center on leafy, often tall, stems. Their colors vary from white to creamy yellow, pink, blue, red and purple. They do well in beds, borders or pots and are a favorite as cut flowers because of their longevity.

Propagation
Asters need fertile, sandy, well-drained soil and full sun. The propagation is through seeds. Before sowing, sterilize the seeds with organic mercuric compounds to prevent stem rot and damping-off. For sowing of seeds, it is best to use a shallow flat. Add one-forth well rotted manure and enough sand to the soil to prevent the soil from becoming hard. Fill the flat half or two-thirds full, water thoroughly, and finish filling with soil just moist enough to handle nicely. Sow the seed in rows 2 inches apart, cover with fine sand and press firmly. The wet soil in the bottom will furnish enough moisture so that the boxes will not have to be sprinkled until after the seedlings are up.

The seeds will germinate in a little over a week. As soon as several true leaves have grown, the seedlings should-be transplanted. Use rich soil in the bottom of the flats and ordinary soil above as further protection against disease. Set the seedlings 3 to 9 inches apart depending on the variety. The plants will grow to a height of 6-10 inches to 3 feet and a width of 6-18 inches.

Care
Since they are prone to wilt disease, virus diseases, foot rot, root rot, and aphids, avoid planting in the same location year after year. Pinch off faded flowers and yellowing foliage regularly to encourage new blooms. Shading plants prevents injury from the tarnished plant bug and yellows. If plants are badly diseased, burn them and stop growing China-asters for a few years. Water well in dry weather.