{"product_id":"ageratum-ball-mix","title":"Ageratum Ball - Mix","description":"\u003cp\u003eAgeratum is an annual plant but it also sometimes grows as a perennial flower. It is one of the most popular and beautiful flowers having dark green oval-shaped leaves and blue-purple flowers. The ageratum flowers bloom from summer to fall and are good for attracting pollinators such as butterflies. Most gardeners prefer to grow ageratum flower plants because it is not only easy to grow but also low-maintenance plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size grow bag is best for Ageratum?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e9 x 9 (W*H)\u003cbr\u003e12 x 12 (W*H)\u003cbr\u003e15 x 12  (W*H)\u003cbr\u003e15 x 15 (W*H)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAgeratum (Ageratum Houstonianum) Growing Season In India \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAgeratum is a cool-season flowering plant that is grown mainly during the winter season from December to January. The winter months are better for plains, although it grows best in warmer climates in a cooler region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow To Grow Ball Ageratum\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAgeratum is an annual flowering plant that can be started either in a seedling tray or by direct sowing method. To plant ageratum ball mix, you need a pot or grow bag at least 22-35 cm wide and deep with proper drainage. The ageratum plant is perfect for patio containers, hanging baskets and window boxes. The optimum temperature for sowing the ageratum seeds is 22°C. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAgeratum Ball Mix Seeds Sowing Method\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTake a seedling tray, fill it with potting mix and then spread the ageratum ball mix seeds over the soil. Cover the seeds with a sprinkling of the potting mix because ageratum seeds need light to germinate, so they do not need to be covered with a thick layer of soil. Place the seedling tray in a sunny spot until the seeds germinate. Water the soil gently and keep them moist. Ageratum seeds germinate in 7-10 days, they can germinate early or late depending on growing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTransplant Ageratum Into Big Pots\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAfter the ageratum seeds germinate and when the first true leaves appear, you need to transplant the seedling into a larger pot. During transplanting, a distance of about 15-25 cm should be maintained between the seedlings for the healthy growth of the plants. Take a large pot or grow bag, put soil and mix organic manure in it, then plant the seedlings carefully in the soil. Keep the soil moist and place the pot in indirect sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest Fertilizer For Ageratum Flower Plants \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAgeratum will not require any special fertilizer if you plant the flower in good and nutrient-rich soil. For optimum results for the ageratum plant, a regular dose of fish emulsion or slow-release fertilizer such as cow manure or vermicompost is good.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAgeratum Plant Care Tips \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSoil : Use well-drained and moist soil for planting ageratum flowers. \u003cbr\u003eWater : Ageratum prefers moist soil, although it can tolerate dryness and regular watering is good for its growth.\u003cbr\u003eSunlight : Ageratum needs full sunlight, especially in cold regions. However, it can grow best in partial shade in warm regions. \u003cbr\u003eTemperature : Ageratum grows best in cool temperatures up to 15-27°C. \u003cbr\u003eDiseases : Ageratum is infected by powdery mildew and soil-borne fungal disease and is mainly caused by overhead watering. If you are also facing a similar problem then you will have to remove the infected parts of the plant. Also, do not get the leaves or flowers wet when watering.\u003cbr\u003ePests : Spider mites, whiteflies and aphids damage ageratum flowering plants. To get rid of the problem, it would be right to spray neem oil on the Ageratum plants. \u003cbr\u003eMulching : The ageratum flowering plant requires consistent soil moisture, so mulching is a good option for retaining moisture in the soil. For mulching, spread a few inches of dry leaves, straw, grass, etc. on the soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAgeratum Flower Plant Pruning\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn any flowering plant, pruning is the most essential part of care. Pruning makes the flowering plant more beautiful and keeps it in an ideal way. Remove faded, or infected flowers to make flowers last longer. Infected, old or yellow leaves should be cut off using a pruning tool to promote healthy plant growth. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAgeratum Blooming Time \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUsually, the ageratum flower plant blooms after 2-3 months of seeds sowing. May to November is the time when ageratum flowers bloom in warm regions. You can cut blooms before they are fully open and can decorate the ageratum flowers in-home pots or make bouquets. If you don’t want to pluck the flowers, leave them on the plant to keep the garden beautiful. \u003cbr\u003eThe Ageratum flower is poisonous to humans as well as animals, so stay away from pets and children.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Hobbit Land","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43753993273378,"sku":"HOBFS044ABM","price":199.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0730\/7155\/8690\/files\/AgeratumBall-Mix.jpg?v=1745122534","url":"https:\/\/www.thehobbitland.in\/products\/ageratum-ball-mix","provider":"The Hobbit Land","version":"1.0","type":"link"}