Blue Mistflower
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Conoclinium coelestinum
Family: Asteraceae (Aster Family)
Blue Mistflower prefers well-drained, moist conditions but is tolerant of heavy soil. Full sun to part shade. Self-seeds freely but is easily removed from unwanted locations. Can be pruned to a more compact shape. Sprawls happily in wet areas. It's a good companion for Pickerelweed.
- Scientific Name: Conoclinium coelestinum
- Common Names: Blue Mistflower, Wild Ageratum, Blue Boneset
- Family: Asteraceae (Aster Family)
- Growth Habit: Perennial
- Height: Up to 3 feet. Sometimes taller.
- Leaves: Ovate to triangular with blunt teeth.
- Flowers: Blue
- Bloom Time: July through November
- Wildlife Benefits: Important nectar source for late-season butterflies, particularly skippers, moths, and bees.
Where to Find It
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