Ageratum is an annual grown for its blooms, which open from spring through fall. Notably, it shrugs off deer and grows just as well in a container as in the ground. Its flowers are a moderate draw for honeybees, native bees, and butterflies.
Zones
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pH Range
5.5-7
Sun
Full Sun
Days to Maturity
70
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What Ageratum is
Ageratum grows as an annual and reaches around a foot and a half at maturity. It blooms from spring through fall. It's also deer-resistant and well suited to containers.
How to grow Ageratum
Ageratum does best in full sun — at least 6 hours of direct sun a day — and soil from pH 5.5 to 7, on well-drained ground. It needs around 800 growing degree days to mature and a growing season of at least 60 frost-free days, which is why climate matters as much as soil.
USDA Zones
Data pending
Soil pH
5.5 - 7
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Sun
Full Sun
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Drainage
well (dry spells)
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Days to Maturity
70 days
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GDD Required
800+
Growing degree-days of accumulated warmth it needs to mature — humid summers reach this faster than cool coastal ones.
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Mature Height
1.5 ft
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Frost-Free Days
60+
The frost-free stretch it needs start to finish — short-season areas may need an indoor head start.
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Start the season right
Plant ageratum in full sun with at least 6 hours of direct sun, once the soil has warmed and frost risk has passed.
Match the soil
Ageratum prefers pH 5.5 to 7 (Growable Ground Plant Database). A quick soil test from your local Extension lab tells you whether to add lime or sulfur to land in band.
Water steadily
Keep the root zone evenly moist through establishment. A 2–3 inch mulch layer holds moisture without waterlogging.
Harvest at its peak
Cut ageratum blooms in the cool of the morning, just as they open, for the longest display.
Good to know
Good news for pet owners — ageratum isn't known to be toxic to dogs or cats. (Source: ASPCA.)
Ageratum offers moderate value to bees and other pollinators. (Source: Pollinator Partnership.)
Where Ageratum thrives
Whether ageratum thrives on a given site comes down to its soil pH, drainage, sun, and frost dates — the conditions that vary parcel to parcel.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I grow Ageratum in my zone?
Zone data for ageratum is being finalized. A Growable Ground report checks your parcel's full suitability against federal soil, climate, and zone data.
When should you plant Ageratum?
Most growers plant ageratum after the last spring frost, once the soil has warmed, leaving enough of the season for its 60-day frost-free need. Your local frost dates set the exact window — a Growable Ground report reads them for your address.
How much sun does Ageratum need?
Ageratum needs full sun — a spot that catches at least 6 hours of direct summer sun a day. In more shade it still grows, but usually gives a smaller, later crop. The catch is that a yard rarely gets even light everywhere — a fence, the house, or one tall tree can quietly take those hours. A Growable Ground report reads the real sun-hours across your land, canopy and buildings included, so you can pick the brightest bed before you plant.
What soil does Ageratum need?
Ageratum prefers soil pH 5.5 to 7, on well-drained ground (Growable Ground Plant Database). Your report scores your parcel's actual soil against that using USDA SSURGO data.
Does Ageratum attract pollinators?
Yes — ageratum's flowers are a solid nectar source for honeybees, native bees, and butterflies. (Source: Pollinator Partnership.)
Is Ageratum safe for pets?
Ageratum is not known to be toxic to dogs or cats based on available data. Always supervise pets around new plantings. (Source: ASPCA.)