Ageratum houstonianum
Ageratum, Floss flower
Description
These plants exhibit compact growth to 6", with clusters of fluffy blossoms in white and shades of blue. They require full sun, and will bloom through summer until frost. They can be used for borders, edgings and mass plantings.
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Fast, Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Rocky
Soil Condition
Rich, Well-drained
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Consider replacing some lawn areas with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs.
Good candidates for removal are portions of large lawns, areas where no one uses the grass, patches that don't grow well, or spaces too small to water without overspray.