ageratum seeds

1. How do you grow ageratum from seed?
2. Is ageratum a perennial?
3. Does ageratum reseed?
4. When can you transplant ageratum?

How do you grow ageratum from seed?

Ageratum plants may be started from seed when the soil has warmed outside. Cover seeds lightly, as seeds of ageratum plants need sunlight to germinate. For an early start to blooms of the ageratum flower, start seeds indoors eight to 10 weeks before planting in the spring garden.

Is ageratum a perennial?

Ageratum petiolatum is a rarely seen perennial which has mid green leaves and from May through till Autumn which produces dense clusters of pale blue flowers on upright branching stems.

Does ageratum reseed?

They do best in full sun with moist, well-drained soil and will flower all summer long. They may reseed, coming back year after year in spots where they're happy.

When can you transplant ageratum?

Ageratum - Key Growing Information

SOWING:Transplant (recommended): Sow 6-8 weeks before the last frost. Do not cover seed as light aids germination. Bottom water or mist to avoid covering seed with displaced soil. Transplant to cell packs or larger containers when the first true leaves appear.