Mistflower Seeds – Conoclinium coelestinum

Bring soft, sky-blue charm to your garden with the Conoclinium coelestinum Native Wildflower, commonly known as Mistflower. This native perennial produces clusters of delicate, fluffy blue to lavender blooms that add a cooling effect to late-summer and fall landscapes.

Mistflower is an excellent choice for pollinator gardens, borders, and naturalized areas. It attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds while thriving in moist, well-drained soils. As a native wildflower, it’s well-adapted to a variety of growing conditions, making it both resilient and easy to maintain.Features:

• Produces dense clusters of soft blue-lavender blooms

• Native wildflower that supports pollinators and biodiversity

• Blooms from late summer through early fall

• Excellent for borders, meadows, rain gardens, and pollinator habitats

• Low-maintenance and easy to establish

Specifications:

Scientific Name: Conoclinium coelestinum
Common Name: Mistflower
Seed Type: Native Wildflower
Plant Type: Herbaceous Perennial
Height: 18–36 inches
Spread: 24–36 inches
Bloom Color: Blue to Lavender
Bloom Season: Late Summer to Early Fall
Sun Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Soil Type: Moist, well-drained, fertile soil
Soil pH: 6.0–7.5
Water Needs: Moderate to High; thrives in moist soils
Planting Depth: 1/8 inch
Germination Time: 15–25 days
Germination Temperature: 65–75°F (18–24°C)
Plant Spacing: 12–18 inches apart

Season & Zones:

• Growing Season: Warm Season (Summer through Fall)

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 5–9

• Planting Months (by Zone):

  • Zones 5–6: Start indoors in March–April; transplant outdoors in May–June

  • Zones 7–8: Direct sow from March–May or September–October

  • Zones 9: Plant from February–April or October–November for best results