They do best in full sun with moist, well-drained soil and will flower all summer long. They may reseed, coming back year after year in spots where they’re happy. What kind of annual flowers do deer not eat? Heat-loving annuals that deer tend to ignore include lantana, Cosmos sulphureus, angel’sRead More →

There are no edible uses listed for Ageratum houstonianum. What does ageratum look like? Ageratum is grown for its whimsical pompom-shaped flowers that occur mostly in shades of blue, though colors also include white, pink, lavender, and red. … With sizes ranging from a few inches high to three feetRead More →

Ageratum Growing Guide Miscellaneous ● Fertile, well-drained soil. Full sun to partial shade. None. … Mix a light application of a balanced organic fertiliser into the soil prior to planting. … Sow tiny ageratum seeds atop moist seed starting mix and gently press them into the surface. Do ageratum comeRead More →

Floss flower (Ageratum houstonianum) Make the edge of a bed repellent to deer and rabbits and perhaps they won’t venture into it looking for a meal. This mounding plant is perfect as a low border or in a container. Most cultivars have lavender-blue flowers like ‘Blue Pearl’ here. Is ageratumRead More →

Water well and place in a warm position. A temperature of 20-25°C (68-77°F) is ideal. Keep moist. Seedlings usually appear in 10-21 days. How do you plant ageratum seeds? Sow seeds in moist potting mix six to eight weeks before the last frost date. Do not cover seeds, as lightRead More →