Erigeron glaucus 'Wayne Roderick'
Seaside Daisy, Beach Fleabane
Description
This perennial grows 1' tall and 1.5' wide. It has deep green foliage and lavender flowers with gold centers that bloom from spring through fall if spent flowers are removed. It does well in coastal areas and can be planted in full sun. In inland areas, it prefers afternoon shade. It has low water needs once it's established but will do better with extra summer water. This plant attracts bees and butterflies. It is deer and rabbit resistant.
Plant Type
Ground cover, Perennial
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Gold, Lavender, Multi-Colored
Flower Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low, Medium, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained, Dry
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
Attracts Bees
Design Styles
Meadow, Seascape
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Entry, Parking Strip, Patio, Raised Planter, Walkways, With Rocks
Special Uses
Container, Mass Planting
Attracts Wildlife
Butterflies
Water Saving Tip:
Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.
Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.