Overview
Erigeron aurantiacus is a clump-forming, spreading herbaceous perennial in the genus Erigeron, part of the Asteraceae family, with deciduous foliage. Erigeron aurantiacus grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam and sand soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include cottage garden, gravel planting, coastal gardens and containers.
About
Erigeron aurantiacus, commonly known as orange daisy, is a herbaceous perennial belonging to the genus Erigeron within the Asteraceae family. This clump-forming, spreading plant features deciduous foliage and produces daisy-like flowers with numerous slender petals that bloom throughout spring and summer. It thrives in full sun on south-facing, sheltered sites with well-drained loam or sandy soils of varying pH. Hardy to UK zone H7, it suits cottage gardens, gravel planting, coastal gardens, and containers, and is best planted after the last frost in fertile soil.
About the genus
Erigeron is a large genus of plants in the composite family (Asteraceae). It is placed in the tribe Astereae and is closely related to the Old World asters (Aster) and the true daisies (Bellis). The genus has a cosmopolitan distribution, and the highest diversity occurs in North America.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Erigeron
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Erigeron aurantiacus size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump-forming, Spreading
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Cottage garden, Gravel planting, Coastal gardens, Containers
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Erigeron aurantiacus
- Propagation
- Seed, Division, Basal softwood cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Erigeron aurantiacus?
Erigeron aurantiacus prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Erigeron aurantiacus need?
Erigeron aurantiacus grows best in loam and sand soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Erigeron aurantiacus hardy in the UK?
Erigeron aurantiacus has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Erigeron aurantiacus?
Seed, Division, Basal softwood cuttings.
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