Blue Mistflower

Blue Mistflower (Eupatorium coelestinum)

Blue Mistflower (Eupatorium coelestinum), also known as Hardy Ageratum, is a vigorous, late-blooming perennial featuring clusters of fluffy, lavender-blue flowers. Blooming from late summer into fall, this pollinator-friendly plant provides a soft, meadow-like effect in borders, wildflower gardens, and naturalized landscapes.

Distinctive Features

Blue Mistflower spreads to form dense, low-growing mats of deep green foliage, with airy, powder-blue blooms that attract bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators. This adaptable plant thrives in moist soils and provides excellent late-season color.

Growing Conditions

• Sun Exposure: Prefers full sun to partial shade.
• Soil: Thrives in rich, well-drained, moist soils.
• Water: Requires regular moisture; tolerates occasional drought.
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 5-10, making it adaptable to a range of climates.

Ideal Uses

• Pollinator Gardens: A valuable nectar source for bees and butterflies.
• Wildflower Meadows: Blends well with other native plants.
• Rain Gardens: Thrives in moisture-retentive areas.
• Groundcover: Spreads to fill garden spaces with soft, blue blooms.
• Late-Season Interest: Provides color when many other plants fade.

Low Maintenance Care

Blue Mistflower is an easy-care, spreading perennial that thrives with minimal attention.

• Watering: Keep soil consistently moist, especially in dry spells.
• Pruning: Cut back in late fall to manage spread.
• Fertilizing: Minimal feeding required; thrives in lean soils.
• Deer and Rabbit Resistance: Foliage is generally unpalatable to browsing animals.

Why Choose Blue Mistflower?

Blue Mistflower is a robust, pollinator-friendly perennial that provides soft, late-season color and thrives in moist conditions.

• Fluffy, Lavender-Blue Blooms: Creates a soft, meadow-like effect.
• Late-Season Nectar Source: Supports bees and butterflies.
• Spreading Growth: Forms dense, attractive groundcover.
• Low Maintenance: Easy to grow and adaptable.

For a resilient, wildlife-friendly perennial that enhances garden beds with soft color, Blue Mistflower (Eupatorium coelestinum) is an excellent choice.