About
Erigeron compositus, the cut-leaved daisy, is a compact, mat-forming alpine fleabane from western North America with deeply divided, grey-hairy leaves and solitary daisy-like flowerheads in white, pink or lilac. A charming and ornamental alpine plant for a sunny, very well-drained rock garden or trough.
About the genus
Erigeron, the fleabanes, are annuals, biennials and perennials producing masses of daisy-like flowerheads with a central yellow disc and narrow ray-florets in white, pink, lilac or purple. Free-flowering and easy to grow in sunny, well-drained borders.
Plant details
Suggested usesBedding, containers, hanging baskets.
Care notes
CultivationPlant out after last frost in fertile, well-drained soil.
PruningDeadhead regularly to prolong flowering.
PropagationGrow from seed sown in spring.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free. Monitor for common garden pests.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant. Ensure good air circulation.