Ageratum Monarch Magic

Ageratum 'Monarch Magic' is a compact, mounding annual prized for its fluffy, button-like blooms that come in shades of purple, blue, pink, and white—all in a single mix! This cultivar is specially selected to attract butterflies (including Monarchs) and other pollinators. The soft, velvety texture of its flowers and tidy growth habit make it a favorite for borders and containers. Common Name: Flossflower Botanical Name: Ageratum houstonianum 'Monarch Magic' Type: Annual in most zones Native Range Native to Central America and Mexico, where it often grows as a short-lived perennial. USDA Hardiness Zones Zones 9–11: Can grow as a tender perennial but is usually treated as an annual elsewhere. In Zones 2–8, plant after last frost for a full growing season. Mature Size Height: 8–12 inches Spread: 8–10 inches Very uniform and compact—ideal for edging. Growing Conditions Light: Full sun to partial shade (best flowering in full sun) Soil: Well-drained, fertile s