Red Flint Ageratum

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Red Flint Ageratum

Ageratum houstonianum
(60 days) Open-pollinated. Dense fuzzy heads are beautiful, standing on sturdy 2' stems and catching the fading summer’s light. The color isn’t true red: more of a purplish-red. They make a good cut, and can be dried as well, retaining their color. ~7,500 seeds/g.


4815 Red Flint
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Additional Information

Ageratum

~7,000 seeds/g.

Annual. Its name means ‘not growing old’ as the flowers retain color for a long time. Also known as Flossflower. Covered with blossoms, great for summer borders.

Culture: Start indoors at 80° for 6–8 weeks before last frost; grow on at 60–65°. Set 9–12" apart. Likes full sun. Water in hot weather. Extreme temperatures inhibit flowering. Will not tolerate frost. Cut for vase when flowers are first opening.

Flowers

All flowers are open-pollinated except where noted.

Days in parentheses after a variety indicate days to first bloom.

Germination Testing

For the latest results of our germination tests, please see the germination page.

Our Seeds are Non-GMO

Non GMO

All of our seeds are non-GMO, and free of neonicotinoids and fungicides. Fedco is one of the original companies to sign the Safe Seed Pledge.