Ageratum

Ageratum houstonianum
(ag-er-RA-tum huse-tone-ee-AN-um)

Annual – Morning Sun or Part Shade
Ht. 8”-12" Spread 12"-15 Spacing 9"-12"

HABIT: Round, fluffy lavender or white flowers all summer. Rounded overall shape, heart-shaped leaf.

CULTURE: Does well in properly prepared beds. Avoid overwatering.

USES: Small groupings or borders. Good in pots.

PROBLEMS: Spider mites in the heat of summer. Likes cool weather best.

NOTE: "Artist Blue" is one of the most beautiful selections I have seen.

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