Mr Fothergill's Ageratum Blue Mink Seeds
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Mr Fothergill's Ageratum Blue Mink Seeds
Mr Fothergill’s Ageratum Blue Mink Seeds produce compact, low-growing plants covered in soft Wedgwood blue double flowers all summer long. This easy-to-grow half hardy annual is perfect for edging paths, filling bedding schemes and brightening patio containers.
Key Features
- Soft blue double blooms – Long-lasting Wedgwood blue flowers
- Compact, low-growing habit – Ideal for edging and ground cover
- Flowers the same year as sown – Quick and reliable summer colour
- RHS Plants for Pollinators – Attractive to bees and butterflies
- Perfect for containers and bedding – Versatile and easy to grow
Product Description
Mr Fothergill’s Ageratum Blue Mink (A. houstonianum) is a charming and dependable half hardy annual that produces masses of dainty, fluffy double flowers in a beautiful shade of blue. Growing to around 25cm (10in) tall, these neat, rounded plants form a dense carpet of colour, making them ideal for edging pathways, island beds and the front of borders.
Flowering from June to October, Blue Mink retains its vibrant colour throughout the season, living up to its name derived from the Greek meaning “without ageing”. Easy to raise from seed, it flowers in the same year as sowing and thrives in full sun. It also performs exceptionally well in patio containers and bedding schemes, where its compact growth and prolonged flowering provide reliable impact.
Recognised as part of the RHS Plants for Pollinators range, Ageratum Blue Mink helps attract bees and butterflies, supporting wildlife while enhancing your garden display.
Specifications
- Product Name: Mr Fothergill’s Ageratum Blue Mink Seeds
- Botanical Name: A. houstonianum (Compositae)
- Seed Count: Approx. 1000 seeds
- Plant Type: Half Hardy Annual
- Genus: Annuals/Bedding
- Habit: Dwarf, ground cover
- Plant Height: 25cm (10in)
- Colour: Blue
- Position: Full Sun
- Suitable For: Bedding, edging and containers
- Attractive To: Bees and butterflies
- Sow Indoors: February – April
- Flowers: June – October
Care & Growing Tips
- Sow indoors from February to April in warmth and good light
- Transplant outdoors after the risk of frost has passed
- Plant in well-drained soil in a sunny position
- Water regularly during dry spells
- Deadhead lightly to maintain a tidy appearance and prolong flowering
Create neat borders and vibrant bedding displays with Mr Fothergill’s Ageratum Blue Mink Seeds – an easy, long-flowering annual that delivers dependable blue colour all summer.
About Us
About Us
We are a family run, independent Garden Centre, Farm Shop and Restaurant combined. We are proud to offer the very best gardening, home and outdoor living products alongside delicious, fresh, locally produced food and drink.
Awarded 'Best Garden Centre in the UK in 2018 & 2021 you can rest assured that we offer excellent products, plants and customer service.
Learn more about us and our story on the 'About Us' page.
Delivery
Delivery
Collect your order in-store, have it delivered to your door, or choose a convenient InPost Locker!
We aim to dispatch orders as quickly as possible using trusted couriers.
Your Questions Answered...
What are the delivery options and prices?
We offer Standard (3-5 working days) and Express (1-2 working days) delivery for a small additional charge.
- Postable items (e.g., seed packets, gift cards) - £2.95 via Royal Mail.
- Smaller, lighter items - £4.95 – £6.95.
- Larger, heavier, and fragile items - £9.95 – £19.95.
- Pallet deliveries (e.g., furniture) - from £69.95 (see kerbside pallet delivery details below).
The exact delivery charge is calculated at checkout based on your selected items.
New! Deliver to InPost Locker
Instead of home delivery, choose to collect your parcel from an InPost Locker near you.
- Delivery rates: £3.95 or £4.95 depending on item size.
- How it works: Choose InPost after completing your order. You'll receive a notification when your parcel is ready to collect.
- Collection options: Scan the QR code or open the locker remotely via the InPost app. If collecting from a shop, show your QR code to the staff.
- Collection time: You have 3 days to pick up your parcel. InPost will send a reminder 24 hours before expiry.
- Tracking: Track your parcel via the InPost app or the tracking link in your confirmation email.
Can someone else pick up my parcel?
Yes! Share your QR code or collection code (sent via email) along with your mobile number, and they can collect it for you.
Do I need ID to collect from an InPost Locker?
No, just scan the QR code in the app or your email. For InPost Shop collections, show the QR code to the staff.
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How do I track my delivery?
Once your order is dispatched, you'll receive an email with tracking details.
Who delivers my order?
Depending on size and weight, orders are delivered by Royal Mail, Evri, or Parcelforce. Furniture and large items arrive via kerbside pallet delivery.
What is kerbside pallet delivery?
Large items like furniture are delivered on a pallet using a heavy goods vehicle. The pallet is placed at the nearest safe kerbside location. The driver cannot move it across uneven ground or remove the items from the pallet.
We can arrange a delivery date that suits you. If access for large vehicles is difficult, please let us know in advance.
What should I do if my order arrives damaged?
If your order is damaged in transit, email us a photo and your order number within 24 hours so we can resolve the issue.
Do you deliver to Northern Ireland?
Yes, though some larger or heavier items may incur a surcharge. Unfortunately, we cannot ship plants to Northern Ireland at this time.
Do any UK areas have a delivery surcharge?
Additional delivery charges may apply for:
- Channel Islands
- Northern Ireland
- Scottish Highlands & Islands
- Isle of Man & Isle of Wight
- Scilly Isles
What is the warranty on my purchase?
All products come with a manufacturer’s warranty (typically 12 months unless stated otherwise). Faulty items within the warranty period may be repaired or replaced subject to the manufacturer’s terms.
Still have questions?
Contact us via our enquiry form, call 01497 847055, or email shoponline@oldrailwaylinegc.co.uk.
Returns
Returns
How do I return an item?
If a purchase is no longer required you are able to return the goods within 28 days of delivery for a full refund in accordance with our refunds policy set out in Clause 10 of our Terms & Conditions. We will refund any money received from you using the same method originally used by you to pay for your purchase. Please make sure that you include the sales order or invoice with your return.
When returning items to us, please ensure that any and all original packaging, instructions, tags etc are included as supplied to you. We recommend using a recorded/insured service to return your order. The Old Railway Garden Centre cannot be held responsible for returned items lost or damaged in transit to us.
