Blue Mink Ageratum Seeds 430

Description

Blue Mink Ageratum Seeds

Scientific Name: Ageratum houstonianum Mill. bluemink

Family: Aster

Type: Hardy Annual

Native Range: Hawaii, Lower 48 States and Mexico

Hardiness Zones: 2 to 11

Soil Requirements: well-drained, fertile; pH near neutral [5.5 – 7.5];

Light Preference: Full sun or partial shade; thrives in warm humid weather;

Water: Medium

Days until Germination: 8-21 days

Days until Maturation: 55-65 days

Bloom Time: Spring to late fall

Sowing: Start blue mink ageratum seeds indoors at 70°-75°, six to eight weeks before last frost.  

Plant Spacing: 9″- 12″

Plant Height: 8″- 16″

Harvest: Cut flowers one inch from bottom of the stem, at a 45 degree angle.

Grows Well With:

Grows Poorly With:

Potential Problems: Aphids; Spider mites; Whiteflies; Powdery mildew; Root rot; Lack of support with taller plants;

Uses & Cooking Suggestions: Flower beds; borders; rock gardens; container plants. Taller plants are suitable for cutting.