A profusion of fuzzy flower clusters lasting all season, providing colorful accents when placed in a bedding garden or mixed containers. A great filler in bouquets, growing to have long, 2 3 stems. Easy to grow and deer resistant.

50 seeds

PLANTING

Ageratum houstorianum

Annual

Germination:5-10 days

Germination Temperature:Optimum soil temperatures 70-75F

Seed Planting Depth:Sow on the surface and press into soil, seeds need light to germinate

Starting Indoors: Start indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost. Provide 70-75F soil temperature. Transplant apart after the last frost, 8-12 apart.

Sowing Outdoors:We do not recommend starting ageratum seeds outdoors

Growth Habit:Upright branching

Height and Width:30-36″ x 12″

Spacing:8-12″ apart

Light Needs:Full sun to part sun

Soil Needs:Fertile, well-drained

Approximate days to flower from seed:90-100 days

Uses: Cut flowers, flower beds, containers,deer resistant,attracts pollinators

Care:Water seedlings regularly until established. Amend soil with compost before transplanting. Deadhead to encourage more flower production. Apply a liquid fertilizer every 3-4 weeks or use a time-release fertilizer at planting time. Self-seeds.