About

A compact, cushion-forming perennial from rocky alpine habitats in the central Rocky Mountains with small, linear, mid-green leaves and tiny, white or pale pink, star-shaped flowers in spring. A charming miniature alpine for a very well-drained, cool rock garden or trough.

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

Plant details

Suggested usesBedding, containers, hanging baskets.

Care notes

CultivationPlant after last frost in fertile soil.
PruningDeadhead regularly.
PropagationGrow from seed in spring.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.