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Ageratum houstonianum

Family Compositae
Plant Type annual
Zone USDA:   10a - 11   RHS:   HH - FT   EGF:   G1 - G2   Australia:   4 - 5  
Care Level medium
Height 15 - 75 cm (0.5 - 2.5 ft)
Spread 15 - 60 cm (0.5 - 2 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description Ageratum houstonianum (ageratum) bears showy, white, fragrant and repeat-blooming blossoms during early summer to early autumn. This annual is mound shaped in form and has medium green foliage that is matte, medium textured and evergreen.
Typical Uses Annual, bedding plant, border, container, cut flowers, edging, hanging basket and tropical.
Special Characteristics Butterflies are attracted to Ageratum houstonianum .
Cautions The growth rate of Ageratum houstonianum (ageratum) is fast and you should plan for this in your garden design and layout. Self-sowing, this plant can spread broadly and randomly where conditions are ideal for the seeds to germinate. However, this can be a benefit if you plan to use this plant in naturalizations.