Aster

Wholesale Aster, otherwise known as September Flower, is a pretty filler flower with daisy-like blooms and a soft, natural appearance. They are useful for adding texture, colour and volume to bouquets, arrangements and sympathy flowers.

The name 'aster' is derived from the ancient Greek word meaning 'star' because of it's star shaped flower heads. Aster is a multi-headed flower used as a filler in the floristry trade.

Asters are popular in rustic garden-styled and country-inspired floristry. It also has the effect of adding softness to flower bouquets, arrangements and wedding flowers (similar to gypsophilia). Their branching stems provide multiple small blooms, making them a practical and cost-effective filler flower.

Key Information about Wholesale Aster

Availability: Generally available year-round

Vase life: Approximately 7 to 10 days

Colour Range: White, pink, lilac, purple, blue and occasionally deeper tones

Form: Transitional

Family: Asteraceae

Genus: Symphyotrichum

Best for: Filler flowers, bouquets, sympathy flowers, rustic arrangements, wedding flowers and country-style designs

Fun Fact: Asters are commonly associated with September, which is why they are often called September flowers.

Similar Alternatives: Tanacetum daisies, Chrysanthemum Santini

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Wholesale Aster Availability

Asters are widely available on the wholesale flower market throughout the year. The strongest colour selection may vary depending on season and supplier.

In the flower markets, asters are sold in wraps of 25 stems and are available in stem lengths of 60 to 90cm, depending on which grade and variety is required.

The main suppliers of aster to the UK flower markets are Holland and Israel.

Other Information about Wholesale Aster

When to order? We would recommend delivery 2-3 days before the event to allow time for conditioning and preparation.
Remove any faded blooms before arranging
Best used as a soft filler flower for natural, rustic and sympathy designs
Allow time for the smaller blooms to hydrate and open
Arrange with more substantial flowers such as Peonies, Roses, Chrysanthemum blooms or Hydrangeas
Flower food is recommended
Suitable for water or in floral foam

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Conditioning and Care

To get the best from your wholesale cut aster, please read the care instructions below carefully:

Ideal temperature 2 to 5 degrees
Unpack from the cellophane wrapper immediately on receipt.
Cut the stems at a 45-degree angle with a sharp knife.
Fill sterilised buckets with lukewarm water and add flower food.
Place the aster in the buckets - do not cram in. Air must be able to easily pass through the stems.
Leave overnight to condition before using.
Change water every 2-3 days, re-cutting the stems each time and add flower food.
Store in a cool environment with good air circulation

Never leave cut flowers in direct sunlight, near a radiator, in a draft or near fruit. (The gas used to ripen fruit will harm most flowers. Keep the aster in a cool place and always keep it out of the way of children.

Who is this Guide for?

DIY customers

Florists & Flower Arrangers

Wedding & Event Organisers

Venue Stylists

Anyone purchasing wholesale Asters

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Length: 60cm approx

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