About
A deciduous, herbaceous perennial forming a clump of erect stems to 60cm, bearing oval grey-green leaves and clusters of yellow-centred, semi-double, deep violet daisy-like flower-heads produced in summer.
About the genus
Erigeron can be annuals, biennials or perennials with simple or lobed leaves, and daisy-like flowers with many slender rays, appearing over a long period in summer
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeChalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained
AspectWest-facing, South-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH6
Plant details
Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
HabitBushy
FoliageDeciduous
Height0.5-1 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCity and courtyard gardens, Coastal, Cottage and informal garden, Gravel garden, Patio and container plants, Rock garden, Wildlife gardens
Care notes
CultivationGrow in fertile, well-drained soil that remains moist in summer. Especially good for planting near the sea. Good drainage is needed, so growing in a raised bed can be useful
PruningCut back at the end of the season
PropagationCultivars are usually propagated by division or from basal softwood cuttings in spring
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistancePowdery mildew may be a problem