Callistephus

(Summer aster)
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What you need to know as a florist about the Callistephus

  • Colourful splendour
    Callistephus is available in different colours, including purple, pink, blue, red and white.
  • Stylish applications
    The lush flowers and striking colours of the Callistephus add a lively and cheerful element to floral arrangements.
  • Symbolic meaning
    Callistephus symbolises a sense of excitement and joy, making it an ideal flower to create a positive atmosphere.

All about the Callistephus

Bring colour and joy into your customers' lives with the beautiful Callistephus, better known as the summer aster. This beautiful flower with star-shaped petals comes in a wide range of colours, including purple, pink, white, red and blue. The name Callistephus comes from the Greek word 'kallos', meaning beauty, and 'stephos', meaning wreath. The Callistephus lives up to its name.

The summer aster is a popular choice for bouquets and other arrangements, as this flower has a playful and elegant look. It's also an excellent flower to grow in the garden because of its long flowering period and easy maintenance.

It's also an excellent flower to grow in the garden because of its long flowering period and easy maintenance.

This variety got the name 'pompon aster' for a reason; when in bloom, the flower is shaped like a pompon. With the Aster, you can create a cheerful colour palette to suit different occasions.

Sales inspiration for the florist

Callistephus is a beautiful flower often used in cheerful bouquets and other floral arrangements. You can find more inspiration here.

Sales advice for the florist

In-store sales advice for Callistephus

There are several techniques you can apply to the Callistephus. Think of making arrangements, a bouquet, a mono-bouquet or drying.

Presentation

Callistephus has large, round flower heads made up of many small petals. The petals can be different colours. The flowers form dense clusters on sturdy stems, creating a striking and lush effect in a floral arrangement.

Sustainability

The Callistephus is quite strong and has a good vase life. The Callistephus stays beautiful for a long time and retains its vibrant colours, so this flower can add long-lasting beauty to the arrangement.

Versatility

Callistephus blends well with other flowers in different colours and textures, allowing you to create contrasts in your floral arrangements.

Meaning

When choosing the right bouquet, it is important to consider the meaning of the Callistephus. Ideal for special occasions. Read the meaning of the flower under 'Product information'.

Give care tips

Give advice on caring for Callistephus, so the customer knows how to keep the flowers fresh for as long as possible. Read the care tips under 'Care' for the best advice.

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