Ageratum
McKinstry Farms • Tips from Farmer Will
Plant Type: Annual
Bloom Time: Spring to Frost
Light
Full sun for best blooms, though they can handle part sun.
Water
Keep soil evenly moist but not soggy.
Water when the top inch of soil feels dry.
Farmer Will's Tip:
"Deadhead spent blooms to keep ageratum blooming all season long."
Soil and Fertilizer
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Prefers well-draining, rich soil.
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Light feeding once a month keeps blooms coming.
Good to Know
Ageratum is a pollinator favorite — bees and butterflies love it!