Ageratum x 'Artist® Blue Violet'

Whiteweed

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Common Name: 

Whiteweed

Plant Type: 

Flower color: 

Foliage color: 

Green

Sun (From 0 to 5): 

Water (From 0 to 5): 

Maximum temperature: 

30°C

Minimum temperature: 

15°C

Maximum height: 

30 cm

Maximum width: 

30 cm

Whiteweed (Ageratum x 'Artist® Blue Violet') - Description

Upright, full habit with large leaves and flowers all season long

Whiteweed (Ageratum x 'Artist® Blue Violet') - Blooming

Flowers will bloom in summer and can be blue, lavender, lilac, mauve, pink or white.

Whiteweed (Ageratum x 'Artist® Blue Violet') - Growth

Germination should occur within two or three days. Ageratums will grow to be about 6-8 in. tall with an 8-10 in. spread.

Whiteweed (Ageratum x 'Artist® Blue Violet') - Planting

Dig a hole twice as large as the plant you are using. Squeeze the container to loosen the roots, remove it from the pot by turning the pot upside down and gently pulling on the plant. Be sure the grasp the plant at the base near the soil line before pulling. Add a little time release plant food into your hole and mix it lightly into the soil. Place the root ball into your hole. The top of the soil in the pot should be even with the soil in your garden bed. Press the soil gently around the plant, do not pack the soil tightly the roots will grow better if the soil isn't compacted. Water the plant in using a watering can or other gentle flow of water. This will settle the soil around the plant. To conserve water and discourage weeds a layer of mulch can be added to the top of the soil around the plant, this mulch should come close to the plant but not touch the stem.

Whiteweed (Ageratum x 'Artist® Blue Violet') - Pest

Ageratums are susceptible to slugs, snails, aphids and whiteflies.

Whiteweed (Ageratum x 'Artist® Blue Violet') - Interesting facts

Ageratums, are low-growing and have attractive flowers, and thus do well as edging in landscaping.

Whiteweed (Ageratum x 'Artist® Blue Violet') - Soil and irrigation

Ageratums require rich, moist soil that is well-draining and slightly acidic. During the first week, water the plant daily. After that, water plant when needed.

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