Scientific name: Conoclinum coelestinum
Common names: Mistflower, Ageratum
Family: Asteraceae
Origin: Central and Southeastern North America, West Indies
Height: 1 to 3 1/2 feet
Spread: 1 1/2 to 3 feet
Zones: 5 through 10
Sources1,2
Plant Care
Sun: Full sun to part shade
Water: Medium
Soil: Prefers moist, fertile soil
Drought Tolerant: No (More tolerant once established)
Cited Sources
- 1.Conoclinium coelestinum. Missouri Botanical Garden. https://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?kempercode=j870. Accessed March 20, 2020.
- 2.Native Plants for Northern Virginia. Northern Virginia Regional Commision. https://www.novaregion.org/DocumentCenter/View/10615/Northern-Virginia-Native-Plant-Guide—FINAL?bidId=. Accessed March 13, 2019.
