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Erigeron glaucus

Blue Beach Aster

Plant photo of: Erigeron glaucus
Information by: GardenSoft        Photographer: g

 

Description

This perennial will grow 1' tall and 1.5' wide. It has blue green foliage and lavender flowers that bloom in spring and summer. This is a great plant for coastal gardens. In inland areas, it prefers afternoon shade. Little or no water needed during summer in coastal gardens but will need extra water in other areas. This plant attracts butterflies. It tolerates wind.

 

Plant Type

Ground cover, Perennial

Height Range

1-3'

Width Range

1-3'

Flower Color

Lavender

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Low, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Fast, Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

Attracts Bees

Design Styles

English Cottage, Formal, Meadow, Mediterranean, Ranch, Seascape, Spanish, Wetlands

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer

Location Uses

Entry, Perennial Border, Parking Strip, Walkways, With Rocks

Special Uses

Container, Mass Planting

Attracts Wildlife

Butterflies

Water Saving Tip:

Mulching around plants helps retain water and improves the soil.