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๐ธ๐ Flossflower Blue and White โ 800 Seeds | Ageratum houstonianum | Long-Lasting Blooms | Pollinator Friendly
๐ธ๐ Flossflower Blue and White โ 800 Seeds | Ageratum houstonianum | Long-Lasting Blooms | Pollinator Friendly
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Bring soft, dreamy color to your garden with Flossflower Blue and White (Ageratum houstonianum), a charming annual flower prized for its fluffy, cushion-like blooms in calming shades of blue and white. These compact, mounding plants bloom continuously from late spring to frost and are ideal for borders, containers, and pollinator gardens.
With approximately 800 seeds, you can cover a wide area with beautiful, bee-friendly blossoms!
๐ฑ Key Growing Information:
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Latin Name: Ageratum houstonianum
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Common Name: Flossflower
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Seed Count: 800 seeds
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Plant Type: Annual
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Bloom Colors: Blue and white
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Bloom Time: Late spring to first frost
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Plant Height: 15โ30 cm (6โ12 inches)
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Spread: 20โ25 cm (8โ10 inches)
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Growth Habit: Compact, bushy
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Sowing Time: Indoors 6โ8 weeks before last frost or direct sow after frost
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Germination Time: 5โ10 days
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Days to Bloom: 60โ75 days from sowing
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Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
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Soil Type: Light, well-drained, moderately fertile soil
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Soil pH: 6.0โ7.5
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Watering Needs: Moderate, keep soil moist but not soggy
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Spacing: 15โ20 cm between plants
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Uses: Bedding, borders, containers, edging, pollinator gardens
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Special Features: Long bloom time, attracts bees and butterflies, deer resistant, low maintenance
๐ธ Growing Tips:
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Surface-sow seeds; do not cover, as they need light to germinate.
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Transplant carefully after hardening off.
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Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming.
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Suitable for small gardens, patio pots, and mixed borders.
๐ Fun Fact: Flossflower is named for its fuzzy petals that resemble soft floss or thread, adding delicate texture and color to garden beds!
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