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White Mistflower

Ageratina havanensis

Also called: Shrubby Boneset, Havana Snakeroot

A rounded shrub that erupts in fragrant, frothy white bloom in autumn — perfectly timed for migrating Monarchs, which can cover it in numbers.

Growing & care

Best on rocky, well-drained ground. The fall flush is the show; shape it in late winter. Reliably drought tolerant once established.

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In bloom: Oct–Nov · Colors: white

Where to buy

Look for white mistflower (Ageratina havanensis) at: native Texas nurseries.

Buying nursery-propagated natives — never collected from the wild — keeps wild populations intact. Ask any seller where their stock comes from.

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