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Light Blue Dwarf Ageratum Seeds – Ageratum houstonianum 'Blue Mink' – Soft Periwinkle Floss Flowers for Edging & Containers.
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This Light Blue Dwarf Ageratum offers a unique, textured look that sets it apart from standard annual flowers. Each bloom is a dense, fringed cluster of soft periwinkle blue petals that resemble tiny, fuzzy pompoms. The compact, mounding growth habit keeps the plant tidy and uniform, making it an excellent choice for defining garden edges, filling container baskets, or adding a cool-toned accent to hot-colored flowers like marigolds or zinnias. It thrives with minimal care and blooms reliably throughout the entire growing season.
🌱How to Plant & Grow
- Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade (4–6 hours of direct sun preferred; tolerates light shade).
- Soil Type: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil. Does not tolerate waterlogged or heavy clay soil.
- Germination Time: 7–14 days at 70–75°F (21–24°C).
- Days to Maturity: 60–75 days from seed to first bloom.
- Mature Height: 8–10 inches. Spread: 6–8 inches.
📏Spacing & Seeding Instructions
- Plant Spacing: Space transplants 6 to 8 inches apart for a dense, carpet-like border. For larger, individual containers, space 10 inches apart.
- Seeding Density (Per Linear Foot): For a continuous row, sow 8–10 seeds per linear foot.
- Seeding Density (Per Square Foot): For beds or mass planting, sow 12–15 seeds per square foot.
- Sowing Depth: Surface sow only. Do not cover seeds – they require light to germinate. Press gently into soil.
📅 Growing Calendar
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Stage |
Northern States(3–5) |
Mid-Atlantic(6–7) |
Southern States(8–10) |
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Sow Indoors |
Late March – Early April |
Early – Mid March |
Late January – Mid February |
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Transplant Outdoors |
Late May – Early June |
Early – Mid May |
Late March – Early April |
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Direct Sow (after frost) |
Mid – Late June |
Mid – Late May |
Early – Mid April |
*Frost Warning: Ageratum is extremely frost-sensitive. Do not plant outdoors until all danger of frost has passed and soil temperature reaches 60°F (15°C).*
🧑🌾 Step-by-Step Planting Instructions
Start Indoors (Best for Northern & Mid-Atlantic Zones):
- Fill a seed tray or small pots with moist seed-starting mix. top
- Sprinkle seeds evenly on the soil surface. Do not cover with soil.
- Mist lightly with water. Cover the tray with a clear plastic dome or plastic wrap to maintain humidity.
- Place in a warm spot (70–75°F) with bright, indirect light.
- Remove the cover once seedlings emerge (7–14 days). Keep soil consistently moist.
- After the last frost date, harden off seedlings over 5–7 days before transplanting outdoors.
Direct Sow (Recommended for Zones 8–10):
- Wait until soil temperature reaches 60°F (15°C) and all frost danger has passed.
- Prepare a well-drained garden bed. Remove weeds and loosen soil.
- Scatter seeds on the surface. Press down gently with your hand or a flat board.
- Water carefully with a fine spray to avoid washing seeds away.
- After 3–4 weeks, thin seedlings to 6–8 inches apart.
Ongoing Care:
- Watering: Keep soil evenly moist but not soggy. In hot, dry climates (e.g., Texas, California, Arizona), water twice weekly.
- Fertilizing: Apply a balanced liquid fertilizer (10-10-10) every 4–6 weeks during the growing season.
- Deadheading: Remove spent flower heads to encourage continuous blooming through October.
- Overwintering: In zones 9–10, Ageratum may survive as a short-lived perennial. In all other zones, treat as an annual.
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Ⅱ.Preparation Time
After you successfully place your order, we will complete preparation and warehouse review within 1-3 business days. To ensure the quality of the seeds, we conduct strict packaging inspections on each batch of seeds to ensure they are dry and undamaged before handing them over to our logistics partners for shipment.
Note: If your order contains multiple types of seeds or if there are holidays or peak order periods, the preparation time may be extended by 1-2 business days. We will inform you in advance on the order page or via email.
Ⅲ.Logistics Shipping Times
| Region | Estimated Transit Time |
| United States | 7-12 Business Days |
| Canada | 8-13 Business Days |
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- Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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