Ageratum hybrids

Whiteweed

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Common Name:

Whiteweed

Plant Type:

Flower color:

Foliage color:

Green

Sun (From 0 to 5):

4

Water (From 0 to 5):

2

Maximum temperature:

30°C

Minimum temperature:

15°C

Maximum height:

45 cm

Maximum width:

50 cm

Whiteweed (Ageratum hybrids) - Description

White Weed is a perennial that can grow to a height of 75 cm. The opposite leaves are oval and hairy. The margins are slightly toothed or serrate. The leaves form compact clusters.

Whiteweed (Ageratum hybrids) - Blooming

Flowers will bloom in summer and can be blue, lavender, lilac, mauve, pink or white.

Whiteweed (Ageratum hybrids) - Growth

Germination should occur within two or three days. Ageratums will grow to be about 6-8 in. tall with an 8-10 in. spread.

Whiteweed (Ageratum hybrids) - Planting

Plant seeds 8 inches apart. Planting medium should be disease-free and have a pH of between 5.5 and 5.8. They do best in full sun, but can be grown in 50% sun to prevent drying or browning in particularly warm, dry areas.

Whiteweed (Ageratum hybrids) - Pest

Ageratums are susceptible to slugs, snails, aphids and whiteflies.

Whiteweed (Ageratum hybrids) - Interesting facts

Ageratums, are low-growing and have attractive flowers, and thus do well as edging in landscaping.

Whiteweed (Ageratum hybrids) - Soil and irrigation

Ageratums require rich, moist soil that is well-draining and slightly acidic. During the first week, water the plant daily. After that, water plant when needed.