Overview
Ageratum houstonianum Artist Basso Rose ('Agrosamtis'PBR) is a bushy herbaceous perennial in the genus Ageratum, part of the Asteraceae family, with deciduous foliage. Ageratum houstonianum Artist Basso Rose ('Agrosamtis'PBR) grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H2. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal garden and patio and container plants.
About
Ageratum houstonianum Artist Basso Rose ('Agrosamtis' PBR) is a bushy, herbaceous perennial belonging to the Asteraceae family. This cultivar features deciduous, simple ovate leaves and produces small, fluffy flower clusters in a rose shade during spring and summer. It thrives in full sun with a west or south-facing aspect and prefers sheltered locations. Suitable for a range of soil types including chalk, clay, loam, and sand, it favours moist but well-drained to well-drained conditions with a neutral to alkaline pH. Ideal for city gardens, patios, and informal settings, it can be propagated by seed or softwood cuttings.
About the genus
Ageratum is a genus of 40 to 60 tropical and warm temperate flowering annuals and perennials from the family Asteraceae, tribe Eupatorieae. Most species are native to Central America and Mexico but four are native to the United States.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Ageratum
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
- Aspect
- West-facing, South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H2
Plant details
Ageratum houstonianum Artist Basso Rose ('Agrosamtis'PBR) size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Ageratum houstonianum Artist Basso Rose ('Agrosamtis'PBR)
- Propagation
- Propagate by seed or from softwood cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Ageratum houstonianum Artist Basso Rose ('Agrosamtis'PBR)?
Ageratum houstonianum Artist Basso Rose ('Agrosamtis'PBR) prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Ageratum houstonianum Artist Basso Rose ('Agrosamtis'PBR) need?
Ageratum houstonianum Artist Basso Rose ('Agrosamtis'PBR) is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained to well-drained.
Is Ageratum houstonianum Artist Basso Rose ('Agrosamtis'PBR) hardy in the UK?
Ageratum houstonianum Artist Basso Rose ('Agrosamtis'PBR) has an RHS hardiness rating of H2, meaning it is tender, tolerating 1–5°C, and needs frost-free protection over winter.
How do I propagate Ageratum houstonianum Artist Basso Rose ('Agrosamtis'PBR)?
Propagate by seed or from softwood cuttings.