Erigeron divergens
Spreading Fleabane
Description
Annual or short lived perennial wildflower that can reseed itself to maintain populations. Grows to 1-1/2' x 2'. Numerous white to pink daisylike flowers bloom in the spring. Has a light delicate appearance. Sow seeds in the fall. Butterfly attractor.
Plant Type
Ground cover, Annual
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Pink, White
Flower Season
Winter, Spring
Leaf Color
Green, Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Ranch, Spanish, Wild Garden
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer
Location Uses
Entry, Foundation, Parking Strip, Patio, Raised Planter, Swimming Pool, Walkways, With Rocks
Special Uses
Erosion Control, Mass Planting, Naturalizing, Small Spaces
Attracts Wildlife
Butterflies
Water Saving Tip:
Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.