{"title":"Ageratum houstonianum | Floss Flower","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAgeratum houstonianum | Floss Flower Seeds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAgeratum houstonianum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, commonly known as floss flower, produces clusters of soft, fluffy blooms that bring colour and texture to summer gardens. Depending on the variety, flowers appear in shades of blue, lavender, pink or white.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eannual flower\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e offers options for different growing spaces: compact varieties suit edging, bedding and containers, while taller varieties are useful for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecut flowers and bouquet fillers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Check individual variety descriptions for height and suitability for cutting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStart seeds indoors for an earlier display. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSurface sow, as light supports germination\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and keep the growing medium evenly moist. Plant outdoors after the risk of frost has passed, choosing a sunny position with fertile, well-drained soil. 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Light aids germination.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3271\" data-end=\"3358\"\u003eGently press the seeds onto the surface to ensure good contact with the growing medium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3360\" data-end=\"3473\"\u003eWater carefully from below or use a fine mist so that the tiny seeds are not displaced or covered with substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3475\" data-end=\"3569\"\u003eMaintain approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"3498\" data-end=\"3509\"\u003e20–24°C\u003c\/strong\u003e and keep the surface consistently moist during germination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3571\" data-end=\"3661\"\u003eGermination generally begins within approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"3621\" data-end=\"3634\"\u003e7–10 days\u003c\/strong\u003e under suitable conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1vtuyk9\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3663\" data-end=\"3687\"\u003eGrowing the Seedlings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3689\" data-end=\"3786\"\u003eWhen the first true leaves appear, seedlings can be transplanted into larger cells or small pots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3788\" data-end=\"3878\"\u003eProvide \u003cstrong data-start=\"3796\" data-end=\"3840\"\u003eplenty of light and good air circulation\u003c\/strong\u003e to encourage compact, healthy growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3880\" data-end=\"3944\"\u003eBefore planting outdoors, gradually harden off the young plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3946\" data-end=\"4003\"\u003ePlant outside only once the \u003cstrong data-start=\"3974\" data-end=\"4002\"\u003erisk of frost has passed\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"72cco4\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"4005\" data-end=\"4028\"\u003ePlanting and Growing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"4030\" data-end=\"4180\"\u003eChoose a position in \u003cstrong data-start=\"4051\" data-end=\"4063\"\u003efull sun\u003c\/strong\u003e with fertile, well-drained soil. In regions with particularly hot summers, Ageratum can tolerate some partial shade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"4182\" data-end=\"4228\"\u003eSpace plants approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"4209\" data-end=\"4227\"\u003e23–30 cm apart\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"4230\" data-end=\"4338\"\u003eRegular watering encourages continuous growth and flower production, but avoid permanently waterlogged soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"4340\" data-end=\"4451\"\u003eTimeless Mix naturally produces useful stems for cutting and \u003cstrong data-start=\"4401\" data-end=\"4450\"\u003edoes not normally require pinching or support\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1u2bljt\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"4453\" data-end=\"4493\"\u003eContinuous Flowers Through the Season\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"4495\" data-end=\"4562\"\u003eOne of the advantages of Timeless Mix is its long flowering period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"4564\" data-end=\"4680\"\u003ePlants can produce flowers from \u003cstrong data-start=\"4596\" data-end=\"4624\"\u003eearly summer until frost\u003c\/strong\u003e, depending on sowing time and local growing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"4682\" data-end=\"4845\"\u003eRegular harvesting encourages continued production. For flower growers wanting a steady supply throughout the season, \u003cstrong data-start=\"4800\" data-end=\"4828\"\u003e2–3 successive plantings\u003c\/strong\u003e are recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"jhh0ud\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"4847\" data-end=\"4876\"\u003eHarvesting for Cut Flowers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"4878\" data-end=\"4973\"\u003eFor fresh bouquets, harvest when the flower clusters are approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"4949\" data-end=\"4972\"\u003ethree-quarters open\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"4975\" data-end=\"5053\"\u003eCut stems with clean, sharp tools and place them immediately into clean water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"5055\" data-end=\"5181\"\u003eRegular cutting helps keep plants productive and provides a continuous supply of soft, textural stems for summer arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"157gftf\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"5183\" data-end=\"5208\"\u003eCan Ageratum Be Dried?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"5210\" data-end=\"5267\"\u003eYes. Timeless Mix can also be used as a \u003cstrong data-start=\"5250\" data-end=\"5266\"\u003edried flower\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"5269\" data-end=\"5396\"\u003eFor drying, harvest when the flowers are fully open and hang the stems upside down in a dry, dark and well-ventilated location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"5398\" data-end=\"5517\"\u003eThe flowers retain their characteristic texture when dried, although \u003cstrong data-start=\"5467\" data-end=\"5516\"\u003ethe colour may fade during the drying process\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"6201\" data-end=\"6445\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"6201\" data-end=\"6224\"\u003eAgeratum houstonianum\u003c\/em\u003e Timeless Mix is an excellent choice for growers looking for \u003cstrong data-start=\"6285\" data-end=\"6334\"\u003etall Ageratum seeds for cut flower production\u003c\/strong\u003e, combining long stems, soft textural blooms and a beautiful mixture of colours for summer and autumn bouquets.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"therapyofflowers.com","offers":[{"title":"0.5 gram \/ 70 cm","offer_id":55179567595863,"sku":null,"price":2.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 gram \/ 70 cm","offer_id":55179567628631,"sku":null,"price":9.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0754\/9275\/3751\/files\/AgeratumhoustonianumTimelessMix_FlossFlower_425b844a-e1bd-4a5c-9191-026e84d23bf7.png?v=1790540579"},{"product_id":"ageratum-houstonianum-blue-horizon-f1-floss-flower","title":"Ageratum houstonianum Blue Horizon F1 | Floss Flower","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAgeratum houstonianum Blue Horizon F1 | Floss Flower Seeds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAgeratum Blue Horizon F1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a tall floss flower with fluffy, purplish-blue flower clusters and strong stems for cutting. This vigorous \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003etriploid F1 hybrid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e develops numerous branches and larger flower clusters than traditional bedding ageratum, making it a productive choice for cut flower gardens.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowing approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e75–76 cm tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, Blue Horizon adds soft colour and texture to summer borders and bouquets. Its blue-violet flowers combine beautifully with white, blush pink, apricot and soft yellow blooms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Ageratum houstonianum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Floss flower\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVariety:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Blue Horizon F1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Annual\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlower Colour:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Purplish blue\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 75–76 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHabit:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Upright, vigorous and branching\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePosition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Full sun\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Fertile, well-drained soil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTime to Flower \/ First Harvest:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 12–15 weeks from sowing under suitable conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUses:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cut flowers, mixed borders and larger containers \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Tall Ageratum for Cut Flowers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlue Horizon F1 offers the familiar soft texture of ageratum on longer, sturdier stems. Its branching habit produces numerous flowering stems, providing useful material for mixed bouquets and floral arrangements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003etall variety\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, so allow room for its growth when planting in borders or containers. Support netting helps keep stems upright in a cutting bed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSowing \u0026amp; Germination\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSowing Method:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Start indoors for transplanting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSowing Depth:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Surface sow; light is required for germination\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGermination Temperature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 25°C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGermination Time:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Around 7 days under suitable conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeedling Production:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 5 weeks \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSow onto the surface of a fine, moist, well-drained seed compost and gently press into place. Do not bury the seeds. A very light covering of coarse vermiculite may be used, provided light can still reach them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter emergence, provide bright light and good air circulation. Reduce the temperature to approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e16–21°C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and keep the compost moist without waterlogging. Transplant promptly once the seedlings are ready. Harden off before planting outdoors after the risk of frost has passed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpacing \u0026amp; Pinching\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoose the growing method to suit your cutting needs:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSingle-stem production:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Space approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10 × 10 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e apart, provide support netting and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003edo not pinch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMultiple-stem production:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Space approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e20 × 20 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e apart and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epinch the growing tip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to encourage side shoots and more flowering stems.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowing \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant in full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly, particularly while plants establish and during dry weather. Severe drying can cause yellow leaves or reddish leaf edges.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeed moderately. Excess nitrogen encourages overly soft growth and can reduce vase performance. Maintain airflow around the plants and avoid prolonged wetting of the foliage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlue Horizon is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003efacultative long-day plant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: longer days encourage flowering. In professional production, supplementary lighting during short days can help improve stem length and flower quality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlowering \u0026amp; Harvest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAllow approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e12 weeks from sowing for summer production\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and around \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e15 weeks for winter production under controlled conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Outdoor flowering time varies with sowing date, temperature and available light.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCut when the flower clusters are well coloured. Place stems promptly into clean water and remove any foliage below the waterline. 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