Integrated nutrient management of china aster

China aster [Callistephus chinensis (L.) Ness] cv. Princess is one of the most popular cut flowers as well as loose flower grown throughout the world. It is grown on a commercial scale in many parts of India. China aster is a free blooming, colourful annual flower and belongs to the family Asteraceae. Among annual flowers it ranks next to chrysanthemum and marigold. It is grown throughout the world under different conditions such as open fields and cloth houses. Besides, it is also used as bedding plant, potted plant and for other floral decorations such as making garlands, bouquets etc.