Erigeron glaucus (Seaside Daisy)
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Seaside Daisy
Characteristics
Height: 0.1 - 1 ft
Width: 1 – 2 ft
Hardiness: Very Hardy
Natural Setting: Bluffs, dunes and beaches, ocean-facing ravines above the beach, clay soils, as part of Coastal Strand, Coastal Bluffs, or Coastal Sage Scrub.³
Plant Type: Perennial, Groundcover
Dormancy: Evergreen
Form: Mounding, Spreading
Growth Rate: Fast
Flower Season: Winter, Spring, Summer
Soil: Sandy soil or clay/loam soils on slopes
Sun Exposure: Full sun or partial shade
Water Requirements: Low once established in coastal areas. Inland it can benefit from supplemental water
Cold Tolerance: Tolerates cold to 15 - 20° F
Overview
A long blooming spreading perennial that can be used as a groundcover. Pollinators love it!
Anecdotal Experiences
Native bees go crazy for it
Does do well in pots, with once a week water. Probably one of the better performing container plants.
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An evergreen, medium sized shrub with soft grey leaves and nearly ever-present blooms. Native to the desert but also does great on the coast.