Ageratum ‘Dwarf Blue Mink’

A Carpet of Soft Blue Blooms!

Looking for a low-maintenance, long-blooming flower to brighten up your garden? Ageratum ‘Dwarf Blue Mink’ (Ageratum houstonianum) is a compact, bushy variety that produces clusters of fuzzy, periwinkle-blue flowers from spring to fall. Its velvety texture and rich color make it perfect for borders, flower beds, containers, and pollinator gardens!

Planting Instructions for Zone 9B:Sun: Full sun to partial shade

Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil

Watering: Keep soil moist but not soggy

Sowing: Start indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost, or direct sow in early spring

Spacing: Sow ¼ inch deep, 6–8 inches apart

Germination: 7–14 days

Bloom Time: Spring through fall with deadheading

Tip: Ageratum thrives in warm temperatures but benefits from light afternoon shade in hot climates like Zone 9B.

Medicinal Benefits & Uses: ( always consult your dr ) 

Though primarily grown as an ornamental, ageratum has been used in traditional medicine:

Antibacterial & wound healing properties – Used in folk medicine for skin treatments Insect-repelling qualities – Crushed leaves may help deter mosquitoes Caution: Ageratum contains pyrrolizidine alkaloids and should not be ingested.

How to Use:Garden Beauty: Adds a lush, colorful ground cover

Pollinator Attraction: Bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds love its nectar!

Cut Flowers: Use fresh or dried in floral arrangements

Price & Availability:$3.00 per packet (approx. 100 seeds)

Shipping: Available anywhere in the U.S. for just $1.19 (cost of an ounce stamp)

Bring soft blue elegance to your garden with Ageratum ‘Dwarf Blue Mink’! Limited stock—order now!