OverviewBonita is an Aster cultivar producing fully double pompon flowers approximately 2 in (5 cm) in diameter. Flower centers color completely and blooms are held at an angle that maximizes visual impact, with flower size comparable to 'Matsumoto'. Crop time is about 15 weeks, approximately one week longer than 'Matsumoto', and the variety shows similar fusarium tolerance.
Key Features- Fully colored flower centers for uniform appearance
- Fusarium tolerance comparable to 'Matsumoto'
- Main terminal bud removal is optional; removal improves stem presentation
- Integrates easily into production programs alongside 'Matsumoto'
Available Colors- Blue
- Light Blue
- Pink
- Rose
- Scarlet
- Shell Pink
- Top Blue
- Top Rose
- White
- Mix
Technical specifications- Plant use: Cut flower, potted crop
- Plant type: Annual
- Seed count: 13,000/ounce (≈450/gram)
- Crop time: 15 weeks
- Stem length: 30–36 in (76–91 cm)
- Spacing: 4 x 5 in (≈10 x 13 cm)