Erigeron glaucus 'Sea Breeze' (glaucous-leaved fleabane 'Sea Breeze') — Bushy

Overview

Erigeron glaucus 'Sea Breeze' is a bushy herbaceous perennial in the genus Erigeron, part of the Asteraceae family, with evergreen foliage. It typically grows around 0.1-0.5 metres tall and 0.1-0.5 metres wide, reaching full size in around 2-5 years. Erigeron glaucus 'Sea Breeze' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include borders, gravel gardens and containers. It is native to Oregon and California.

About

Erigeron glaucus 'Sea Breeze' (glaucous-leaved fleabane 'Sea Breeze') is a bushy, herbaceous perennial of the Asteraceae family. This evergreen cultivar grows to between 0.1 and 0.5 metres in height and spread, reaching full size within 2 to 5 years. It thrives in full sun on south- or west-facing aspects and tolerates both exposed and sheltered conditions. Suitable for chalk, loam, or sand soils with acid, alkaline, or neutral pH, it prefers moist but well-drained soil. 'Sea Breeze' is notable for its interest in both summer and winter seasons.

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: Chalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moisture: Moist but well-drained
Aspect: South-facing, West-facing
Exposure: Exposed, Sheltered
UK hardiness: H7

Plant details

Erigeron glaucus 'Sea Breeze' size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Herbaceous Perennial
Habit: Bushy
Foliage: Evergreen
Height: 0.1-0.5 metres
Spread: 0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height: 2-5 years
Suggested uses: Borders, Gravel gardens, Containers
Native to: Oregon, California

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Erigeron glaucus 'Sea Breeze'

Propagation: Seed, Division, Basal cuttings
Pest resistance: Generally pest-free
Disease resistance: Generally disease-free

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Erigeron glaucus 'Sea Breeze'?

Erigeron glaucus 'Sea Breeze' prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.

What soil does Erigeron glaucus 'Sea Breeze' need?

Erigeron glaucus 'Sea Breeze' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.