Ageratum houstonianum 'Blue Mink' (Floss Flower)
Ageratum 'Blue Mink', Floss Flower 'Blue Mink', Mexican Paintbrush 'Blue Mink'
Noted for its long blooming season, Ageratum houstonianum 'Blue Mink' (Floss Flower) is a compact, clump-forming, half-hardy annual boasting fluffy powder-blue flowers from late spring to frost. Attractive to butterflies, the blossoms are borne on sturdy stems and float above the foliage of mid-green ovate leaves. Because of its short stature, it is best used for edging or borders of beds, in rock gardens, or in containers.
- Grows up to 12 in. tall and wide (30 cm)
- Performs best in full sun in rich, moist, well-drained soils. Appreciates some light afternoon shade in hot summer climates. Provide consistent moisture throughout the growing season.
- Excellent choice for beds and borders, edging, city gardens, cottage gardens, containers.
- No serious pest or disease issues. Root rot may occur in poorly drained soils. Deer and rabbit resistant.
- Propagate by seed. Easily grown from seed, starting indoors in late winter and transplanting outdoors after the danger of frost has passed. Alternatively, seeds can be sown in the garden after the last frost date.
- Ageratum houstonianum species is native to Mexico and Central America. It is reported to be a weed and invasive outside its native range, due to its high production of small seeds with easy dispersal by wind or water. It is reported invasive in Australia and South Africa and neighboring countries (Swaziland, Mozambique and Zimbabwe) where it poses a threat to biodiversity.
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Requirements
Hardiness | 2
– 12 |
---|---|
Heat Zones | 1
– 11 |
Climate Zones | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
Plant Type | Annuals |
Plant Family | Ageratum - Floss Flowers |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall |
Height | 10" – 1' (25cm – 30cm) |
Spread | 10" – 1' (25cm – 30cm) |
Spacing | 12" (30cm) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy |
Tolerance | Deer, Rabbit |
Attracts | Bees, Butterflies |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Edging, Patio and Containers |
Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage |
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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Requirements
Hardiness | 2
– 12 |
---|---|
Heat Zones | 1
– 11 |
Climate Zones | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
Plant Type | Annuals |
Plant Family | Ageratum - Floss Flowers |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall |
Height | 10" – 1' (25cm – 30cm) |
Spread | 10" – 1' (25cm – 30cm) |
Spacing | 12" (30cm) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy |
Tolerance | Deer, Rabbit |
Attracts | Bees, Butterflies |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Edging, Patio and Containers |
Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage |