Overview
Erigeron karvinskianus is a matforming herbaceous perennial in the genus Erigeron, part of the Asteraceae family, with semi evergreen foliage. It typically grows around 0.1-0.5 metres tall and 0.5-1 metres wide, reaching full size in around 2-5 years. Erigeron karvinskianus grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include coastal gardens, cottage gardens, gravel gardens, wildlife gardens, banks and slopes, flower borders and beds and underplanting of roses and shrubs. It is native to New South Wales, Mexico and Mexico Southwest.
About
Erigeron karvinskianus, the Mexican fleabane, is a species of daisy-like flowering plant in the family Asteraceae, native to Mexico and parts of Central America.
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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, Clay
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- West-facing, South-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Erigeron karvinskianus size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Matforming
- Foliage
- Semi evergreen
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- 0.5-1 metres
- Time to full height
- 2-5 years
- Suggested uses
- Coastal gardens, Cottage gardens, Gravel gardens, Wildlife gardens, Banks and slopes, Flower borders and beds, Underplanting of roses and shrubs
- Native to
- New South Wales, Mexico, Mexico Southwest
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Erigeron karvinskianus
- Cultivation
- Prefers well-drained soil and full sun; drought tolerant once established; avoid waterlogging
- Pruning
- Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming; trim back in late winter to promote fresh growth
- Propagation
- Seed, Division in spring
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Powdery mildews
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Erigeron karvinskianus?
Prefers well-drained soil and full sun; drought tolerant once established; avoid waterlogging.
Where is the best place to plant Erigeron karvinskianus?
Erigeron karvinskianus prefers full sun. It suits exposed positions.
What soil does Erigeron karvinskianus need?
Erigeron karvinskianus is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, loam, sand and clay. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
How do I prune Erigeron karvinskianus?
Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming; trim back in late winter to promote fresh growth.
How big does Erigeron karvinskianus grow?
Erigeron karvinskianus reaches a height of 0.1-0.5 metres and a spread of 0.5-1 metres. It takes around 2-5 years to reach full size.
Is Erigeron karvinskianus hardy in the UK?
Erigeron karvinskianus has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Erigeron karvinskianus?
Seed, Division in spring.
More in the Erigeron genus
- Erigeron 'Prosperity'Fleabane
- Erigeron Glaucus 'Beachboy Blue'
- Erigeron 'B. Ladhams'Fleabane
- Erigeron 'Charity'
- Erigeron 'Darkest of All'
- Erigeron 'Dimity'Fleabane
- Erigeron 'Foerster's Liebling'Fleabane
- Erigeron 'Quakeress'fleabane 'Quakeress'
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