Ageratum houstonianum 'Aloha Blue' ~ Aloha Blue Floss Flower Size:10-CT FLAT Small bell-like pale lavender flowers

Small bell-like pale lavender flowers raise up in terminals from the rootstalk above the mound in late spring into summer attracting butterflies and pollinators

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These flowers are not particularly showy but add a touch of color to the tree before the leaves emerge

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Ageratum houstonianum 'Aloha Blue' ~ Aloha Blue Floss Flower Size:10-CT FLAT Small bell-like pale lavender flowersAloha Blue Floss Flower is a compact mounding annual with broad scalloped leaves and a uniform heavy bloom. The dense frilly clusters of lavender blue flowers bloom from late spring into fall. Grows best in full sun and rich, consistently moist well drained soils, but hot summer regions prefer a little afternoon shade. Type: Annual Origins: Central America Height: 0. 5' 1' Spread: 0. 5 1' Spacing: 0. 5' USDA Hardiness Zone: 9 11 Culture: Full Sun,