Ageratum
Scientific Name
Ageratum spp.
Geographical Considerations
Will this plant grow in my area?
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Hardiness Zones
5a to 10b
This plant is not native to Florida.
Yard Conditions
Will this plant grow in my yard?
Optimal Light
Ageratum grows best in Full Sun.
Light Range
It performs in Partial Shade to Full Sun
Soil Texture
Any Texture
Soil Moisture
Well Drained
Soil pH
Slightly Acid to Slightly Alkaline (6.0-7.2)
Salt Tolerance
Low to None
DroughtTolerance
Low
Wind Resistance
Not known
Toxicity
Not known
Nematode Tolerance
Not known
Appearance
What will it look like as it grows?
Plant Type
- Annuals
Plant Shape
- Mounding
- Spreading
- Round
Leaf Persistence
Ageratum is Evergreen
Spread
0.5-1 feet
Height
0.5-1 feet
Growth Rate
Moderate
Leaf Size
Medium
Leaf Texture
Medium
Flower Size
Large
Flower Month
- August
- September
- October
- November
Flower Color
- Blue
- Purple
- Pink
Plant Role for Butterflies
Nectar
Additional Detail
Caution: may reseed in other areas of the garden | Pests/Diseases: Southern blight and crown and root rot can occur. Botrytis blight is a problem during cool, wet weather. Powdery mildew and rust can be a problem during dry summers. | attracts butterflies
