- Originated in Central America and the West Indies
- The name comes from Greek for ‘without age’ as the petals retain their colour for a long time
- Low growing
- Great for edging paths and island beds
- Ideal for containers
- Half-hardy annual
Mr Fothergills – Ageratum – Blue Mink – 1000 Seeds
£2.16
Description
Sow indoors, February-April. A warm kitchen windowsill is all you need for starting these seeds. Sow, 0.5cm (¼”) deep, in trays of compost. 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. Transplant seedlings, 5cm (2″) apart, to other trays when large enough to handle (always handle by a leaf and never by the stem). Grow on in cooler, but not cold conditions. Gradually accustom young plants to outside conditions (avoid frosts), before planting out, May-June, 15cm (6″) apart, into well-drained soil, when frosts are over. Flowers: June-October.
Additional information
Expected blooming period | Summer |
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Moisture needs | Moderate Watering |
Sunlight exposure | Partial Shade |
ASIN | B00H7LA9EC |
Date First Available | 9 Dec. 2013 |
Manufacturer | Mr Fothergills |
Shaun Baines –
Arrived in great condition.