Mistflower

About Mistflower

Mistflower, also known as Hardy Ageratum, is a show-stopping native perennial that provides a rare splash of true blue to the late-season garden. Growing 1 to 3 feet tall, it produces dense, fuzzy clusters of azure to violet flowers from late summer until the first frost, typically peaking in September and October. Its triangular, serrated leaves provide a nice backdrop for the vibrant blooms. Native to the eastern and central United States, Mistflower is typically found in moist meadows, wood margins, and along stream banks. It is an absolute magnet for pollinators, especially butterflies like monarchs and swallowtails, as well as numerous species of bees. Mistflower prefers partial sun and moist to wet soils, though it can adapt to average garden moisture. It is a rhizomatous spreader and can be quite vigorous, making it an excellent choice for filling in large areas, naturalizing in rain gardens, or providing a mass of color in a meadow.