Ageratum Seeds - Red Flint
- Summer/Fall Blooming; Compact Plant with Red Flowers
- Tolerant of Sun and Partial Shade; Dense Growth
- Annual; Excellent for Bedding or Cutting
Fast Facts
About Ageratum Seeds - Red Flint
Ageratum houstonianum
By Ageratum Seeds by the Packet or in Bulk
Grow Heirloom Ageratums - Plant Red Flint Ageratum Seeds
Beautiful annual variety of Ageratum, Red Flint offers the same unique, fuzzy blossoms that we have come to love, this time in red! Growing a bit taller than other ageratums, Red Flint works best as a border plant where these beautiful blooms can truly show off. Plant Red Flint as a cutting flower and relish the blossoms indoors as well.
Fast Facts
About Ageratum Seeds - Red Flint
Ageratum houstonianum
By Ageratum Seeds by the Packet or in Bulk
Grow Heirloom Ageratums - Plant Red Flint Ageratum Seeds
Beautiful annual variety of Ageratum, Red Flint offers the same unique, fuzzy blossoms that we have come to love, this time in red! Growing a bit taller than other ageratums, Red Flint works best as a border plant where these beautiful blooms can truly show off. Plant Red Flint as a cutting flower and relish the blossoms indoors as well.
How to Plant Red Flint Ageratum
When to Plant Ageratum Seeds
Plant outdoors directly after the last frost of the season, or start indoors 8-10 weeks before last frost.
Where to Plant Ageratum Seeds
Plant in full sun where available (6-8 hours of sun per day). Ageratum will tolerate partial shade (4-6 hours of sun per day), and prefers prefers partial shade in exceptionally hot environments. Plant in moist, average, well draining soils. Ageratum is prone to wilt if left dry, and may die outright if left dry for too long in a hot environment.
How to Plant Ageratum Seeds
Lightly press 4-8 seeds into the surface of the soil no deeper than 1/8th of an inch. Seeds should not be buried, as exposing seeds to sunlight is needed for germination. When sown indoors, transplant them into the garden 6-10 inches apart.
How to Care for Ageratum
Ageratum is a low-maintenance plant, and it will readily fill in garden beds as long as it has enough water. Ageratum will bloom consistently on it's own without the need of deadheading as old blooms will naturally fall off as new blooms arrive. Ageratum flowers less vigorously in hotter environments. Roots may rot in poorly draining soils. Powdery mildew may be present if overhead watered, so watering around the roots of the plant is advised. Ageratum grows best in areas with good air circulation.
Seed Coverage for Ageratum Seeds - Red Flint
| Amount |
Recommended Coverage |
| Packet |
Up to 80 Sq. Ft |
| 1 Ounce |
Up to 625 Sq. Ft |
| 1/4 Pound |
Up to 2,500 Sq. Ft |
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