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Ageratina ligustrina
privet-leaved ageratina
A compact medium-sized evergreen shrub (larger in a sheltered position), with light green, ovate leaves and large flat heads of small white, slightly fragrant flowers
Other common names
privet-leaved eupatoriumSynonyms
Eupatorium ligustrinumEupatorium micranthum
see moreEupatorium weinmannianum
Eupatorium ligustrinum f. weinmannianum
Size
Ultimate height
2.5–4 metresTime to ultimate height
10–20 yearsUltimate spread
2.5–4 metresGrowing conditions
Chalk
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Green | |||
| Autumn | White | Green | ||
| Winter | Green |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
West–facing or South–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H3Botanical details
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Native to the UK
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Bushy
- Genus
Ageratina are shrubs or herbaceous perennials with opposite leaves and small tubular flowers borne in corymbs
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- Mexico to Costa Rica
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in well-drained soil in full sun or light shade with protection from cold, drying winds. Protect roots with a dry winter mulch
Propagation
Root softwood cuttings in spring
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Coastal
- City and courtyard gardens
- Cottage and informal garden
- Flower borders and beds
- Wall side borders
Pruning
Pests
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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