Showy Daisy Or Fleabane, Mountain A

Erigeron Formosissimus

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Overview

Erigeron formosissimus, commonly known as Showy Daisy or Mountain Fleabane, is an eye-catching perennial, reaching heights of 1-2 feet. Its vibrant lilac-pink petals encircle a cheerful yellow center, blooming profusely in summer. Preferring full sun to partial shade, it thrives in well-drained soil. Hardy in USDA zones 4-8, this drought-tolerant plant is ideal for rock gardens and borders, adding color and attracting pollinators to the landscape.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, LowZones 6–9Climate Alpine

Showy Daisy Or Fleabane, Mountain A (Erigeron Formosissimus) — commonly known as Showy Daisy or Mountain Fleabane

Showy Daisy Or Fleabane, Mountain A (Erigeron Formosissimus) — is an eye-catching perennial

Showy Daisy Or Fleabane, Mountain A (Erigeron Formosissimus) — reaching heights of 1-2 feet

Showy Daisy Or Fleabane, Mountain A (Erigeron Formosissimus) — Preferring full sun to partial shade, it thrives in well-drained soil

Showy Daisy Or Fleabane, Mountain A (Erigeron Formosissimus) — Its vibrant lilac-pink petals encircle a cheerful yellow center, blooming profusely in summer

Showy Daisy Or Fleabane, Mountain A (Erigeron Formosissimus) — this drought-tolerant plant is ideal for rock gardens and borders

Showy Daisy Or Fleabane, Mountain A (Erigeron Formosissimus) — adding color and attracting pollinators to the landscape

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Extra in Summer, Low
USDA zones: 6–9

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Asteraceae
Climate: Alpine

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Showy Daisy Or Fleabane, Mountain A (Erigeron Formosissimus) — commonly known as Showy Daisy or Mountain Fleabane

Showy Daisy Or Fleabane, Mountain A (Erigeron Formosissimus) — is an eye-catching perennial

Showy Daisy Or Fleabane, Mountain A (Erigeron Formosissimus) — reaching heights of 1-2 feet

Showy Daisy Or Fleabane, Mountain A (Erigeron Formosissimus) — Preferring full sun to partial shade, it thrives in well-drained soil

Showy Daisy Or Fleabane, Mountain A (Erigeron Formosissimus) — Its vibrant lilac-pink petals encircle a cheerful yellow center, blooming profusely in summer

Showy Daisy Or Fleabane, Mountain A (Erigeron Formosissimus) — this drought-tolerant plant is ideal for rock gardens and borders

Showy Daisy Or Fleabane, Mountain A (Erigeron Formosissimus) — adding color and attracting pollinators to the landscape

Showy Daisy Or Fleabane, Mountain A (Erigeron Formosissimus) — commonly referred to as Showy Daisy or Mountain Fleabane

Showy Daisy Or Fleabane, Mountain A (Erigeron Formosissimus) — is a captivating perennial that enchants any landscape with its charming and effusive blooms

Showy Daisy Or Fleabane, Mountain A (Erigeron Formosissimus) — Hailing from the Asteraceae family

Showy Daisy Or Fleabane, Mountain A (Erigeron Formosissimus) — this plant is a North American native

Showy Daisy Or Fleabane, Mountain A (Erigeron Formosissimus) — which signals a resilience against cold

Showy Daisy Or Fleabane, Mountain A (Erigeron Formosissimus) — thriving in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 8

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