Erigeron glaucus
Seaside Fleabane
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Seaside Fleabane (Erigeron glaucus) - Description
Erigeron glaucus is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family known by the common name seaside fleabane, beach aster, or seaside daisy. This wildflower is native to the coastline of Oregon and California where it grows on beaches, coastal bluffs and dunes. This is a perennial daisy reaching heights between 5 and 30 centimetres (2.
Seaside Fleabane (Erigeron glaucus) - Blooming
For continued blooming throughout the summer, cut stems back after flowering.
Seaside Fleabane (Erigeron glaucus) - Growth
Annuals, biennials, and perennials, mainly found in dry areas. Generally grows best in full sun. In hot areas, the plants will need afternoon shade. Different species grow in a variety of climate ranges. Works well in a mixed or herbaceous border. Also makes a nice addition to a rock garden.
Seaside Fleabane (Erigeron glaucus) - Planting
Sow seeds in spring in containers in a cold frame. Can also propagate by division or by rooting basal cuttings in spring. Division entails propagating a plant by splitting it into 2 or more parts. Each part has its own root system and more than one shoot or dormant bud.Place plants 18" apart.
Seaside Fleabane (Erigeron glaucus) - Pest
Problems include bidens mottle virus, powdery mildew, downy mildew, leaf spots, white smut, rust, and Southern blight.
Seaside Fleabane (Erigeron glaucus) - Interesting facts
Dried fleabane was once thought to be repellant to fleas, but there is no evidence that it actually works.
Seaside Fleabane (Erigeron glaucus) - Soil and irrigation
Grown best in sandy, well-draining soils that do not dry out during the warmer months. In rainless periods of summer, water weekly.
