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Ageratum, Floss Flower, Flossflower 'Purple Fields'

Ageratumhoustonianum

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Ageratum houstonianum by 22cold
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Family
Asteraceae (ass-ter-AY-see-ee)
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Genus
Ageratum (ad-jur-RAY-tum)
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Species
houstonianum (hoos-toh-nee-AH-num)
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Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage

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Height
6-12 in. (15-30 cm)
Spacing
9-12 in. (22-30 cm)
Hardiness
Not Applicable
Danger

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Bloom Color
Blue-Violet
Lavender
Bloom Time
Blooms all year
Other Details
Category
Annuals
Water Requirements

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Foliage Color

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Where to Grow

Unknown - Tell us

Bloom Characteristics
Flowers are good for cutting
Bloom Size

Unknown - Tell us

Other details

Unknown - Tell us

Soil pH requirements

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Patent Information

Unknown - Tell us

Propagation Methods

Unknown - Tell us

Seed Collecting
Bag seedheads to capture ripening seed
Collect seedhead/pod when flowers fade; allow to dry
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Southborough, Massachusetts

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