AGERATUM. 



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AGERATUM. 



The Ageratum derives its name from the clear 

 and constant color of its flowers, as they will 

 remain fresh for a long time after being cut. It is 

 a native of Mexico, and while an old favorite, it is 

 indispensable on account of its constant blooming 

 for the garden ; it is equally desirable for the 

 window at all seasons of the year. The plant 

 grows about fifteen inches high, and has a 

 brush-like appearance. The flowers are white, 

 lilac, blue and pink, and being adapted for bouquets 

 are prized by florists. 



SOIL, WATERING, TEMPERATURE AND PROPAGATION. 



The proper soil is a light sandy loam. 



Care should be taken not to water excessively. 



It is not particular as to temperature. 



Cuttings root freely in soil under a glass, or they 

 may be grown from seeds sown at any time of 

 year in order to produce plants as desired. For 

 winter blooming sow seed the latter part of August 

 and pot in October, or the blossoms of earlier sown 

 plants may be pinched back through the Fall and 

 permitted to bloom in early winter. 



The foliage of the plants should be kept clean 

 and fresh by occasional washing. 



VARIETIES. 



Ageratum Blue Tom Thumb, flowers of a beautiful light porce- 

 lain blue. Height six inches. 



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