How to grow and care for Ageratum houstonianum Mill.
plant care guide about watering, fertilizing, trimming, repotting, cutting, propagating Ageratum houstonianum Mill., Blueweed 'Summer Snow', Mexican paintbrush 'Summer Snow'
Ageratum houstonianum Mill. 101 - Plant Care Instructions
Bright direct
16C° ~24C°
Every 7 days
Water
How to water Ageratum houstonianum Mill.
How often should I water?
check Ageratum houstonianum Mill. Every 7 days if it needs water. when it’s very cold(below 5℃), water less frequently
When do I need to water?
the top 2-3 inches of soil is dry
Light & Location
How much light does a Ageratum houstonianum Mill. need?
Bright direct
Grow light
Light preference
Ageratum houstonianum Mill. likes Bright direct light, Grow light day. The brighter the space, the better this plant grows.
Check if there’s an optimal place in your house!
This plant prefers
2K ~ 20K lux to thrive!
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20K~
2K
20K
Temperature
Natural habitat
-15
3~38℃
45
Houseplant temperate preference
-15
16~24℃
45
Plants that grow in the wild and those that grow indoors prefer different temperatures. If you grow Ageratum houstonianum Mill. at home, make sure the temperature is 16~24℃.
Humidity
Houseplant temperate preference
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40~70%
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Ageratum houstonianum Mill. prefers humidity about 40~70%. If necessary, increase humidity by misting, humidifier.
Fertilize
When should I fertilize?
Only when your plant is healthy!
How frequently should I fertilize?
1-2 times in growing season. A pinch for a small pot.
Characteristic
Ageratum houstonianum Mill. is a member of Asteraceae.
| Characteristic Name | Characteristic Value |
|---|---|
| Lifespan | Annual |
| Hardiness Zone | 6 - 10 |
| Taxonomy Name | Taxonomy Value |
|---|---|
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Ageratum |
| Species | Ageratum houstonianum |
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