About
Erigeron speciosus, the Oregon fleabane, is an upright, clump-forming perennial to around 70 cm producing masses of large, showy, daisy-like flowerheads with numerous fine, violet to pale-lilac ray-florets from midsummer to early autumn. The parent of many popular garden cultivars and one of the most ornamental of the species for a sunny, well-drained border.
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.