Floss Flower 'Adriatic'

Ageratum houstonianum 'Adriatic'

Also known as

FlossFlower 'Adriatic', Mexican Paintbrush 'Adriatic'

Full Sun

Moderate care

Moderate watering

Tender

10b

USDA zone

2°C

Minimum temperature

Expected size

Height		Spread
50cm	Max	50cm
10cm	Min	10cm

1 years to reach maturity

Flowering

spring
summer
autumn
winter

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Floss Flower 'Adriatic' Overview

Ageratum houstonianum 'Adriatic' is a mound-forming, compact, bushy annual with downy, oval leaves. Frothy, clear mid-blue flowers appear from midsummer until the first frosts. Attractive to bees and butterflies.

Common problems with Floss Flower 'Adriatic'

disease
Powdery Mildew
disease
Aphanomyces Root Rot

How to propagate Floss Flower 'Adriatic'

Seed

The seeds are usually started indoors and set out as transplants after all danger of frost has passed.

Special features of Floss Flower 'Adriatic'

Attracts butterflies

Attracts bees

Attracts useful insects

Attractive flowers

Other uses of Floss Flower 'Adriatic'

Cutting bed, edging, border or hanging basket.