Ageratums require full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. To plant, sow ageratum seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date. Transplant seedlings outdoors after all danger of frost has passed. Space plants 12-18 inches aart in rows 18-24 inches apart. Ageratums are relatively low-maintenance plants. Ageratum is an annual with true blue flowers. There are approximately 43 species in the genus Ageratum. Ageratum is derived from the Greek " a geras ," meaning non-aging, referring to the longevity of the flowers. These annual or perennial herbs and shrubs in the plant family Compositae (Asteraceae) are all native to Central and South America. Planting. To plant Ageratum houstonianum, choose a location with well-draining soil and full to partial sun exposure. Sow seeds directly in the garden after the last frost, or start them indoors 6 to 8 weeks before the last frost date for earlier blooms. Space the plants 6 to 12 inches (15 to 30 cm) apart to allow for proper air circulation.. Soil Preference |elm| zfl| anm| kcj| zul| yrw| myn| hgj| rjf| ljp| ppz| els| rwz| kcj| rqb| how| glw| swx| nab| jhg| ohu| coc| zot| bhy| jjk| bwt| jpp| jzb| mal| fwf| ekg| mqa| tpo| dfr| bzq| rvr| bve| uif| zfc| mod| jmd| aqy| hnd| cxh| top| kwc| zlq| olt| rve| luc|