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California Aster

Lessingia Filaginifolia

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Overview

The California Aster (Lessingia filaginifolia) is a robust perennial native to the Western U.S. This sun-loving aster thrives in dry conditions, reaching 1-3 feet in height with a similar spread. Its silvery foliage and late summer-to-fall display of lavender to pink daisy-like flowers, each spanning 1-2 inches across, attract pollinators. Ideal for xeriscapes, it adds a splash of color and adapts well to poor soils. Zones 7-10.

Sun FullWater Very LowZones 8–11Type Ground cover, PerennialClimate Temperate
California Aster (Lessingia Filaginifolia) — this aster species provides a pleasing; to the garden.<br><br>Ideally suited for a water-wise landscape or a
California Aster (Lessingia Filaginifolia) — the California Aster thrives in full sun but can also tolerate light shade; ideal for xeriscapes, it adds a splashCalifornia Aster (Lessingia Filaginifolia) — to the garden.<br><br>Ideally suited for a water-wise landscape or a wildflower meadow; violet flowers, image 67California Aster (Lessingia Filaginifolia) — The blooms proudly display their lavender to pinkish hues with yellow centers from mid-summer through, image 64California Aster (Lessingia Filaginifolia) — attracting a delightful array of pollinators; this aster species provides a pleasing, image 65California Aster (Lessingia Filaginifolia) — The California Aster (Lessingia filaginifolia) is a robust perennial native to the Western U.S; each, image 53California Aster (Lessingia Filaginifolia) — Ideal for xeriscapes, it adds a splash of color and adapts well to poor soils+83

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Very Low
USDA zones
8–11

Shape & size

Mature width
3–6 Ft.

Classification

Type
Ground cover, Perennial
Family
Asteraceae
Climate
Temperate

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California Aster (Lessingia Filaginifolia) — this aster species provides a pleasing; to the garden.<br><br>Ideally suited for a water-wise landscape or a
California Aster (Lessingia Filaginifolia) — the California Aster thrives in full sun but can also tolerate light shade; ideal for xeriscapes, it adds a splash
California Aster (Lessingia Filaginifolia) — to the garden.<br><br>Ideally suited for a water-wise landscape or a wildflower meadow; violet flowers, image 67
California Aster (Lessingia Filaginifolia) — The blooms proudly display their lavender to pinkish hues with yellow centers from mid-summer through, image 64
California Aster (Lessingia Filaginifolia) — attracting a delightful array of pollinators; this aster species provides a pleasing, image 65
California Aster (Lessingia Filaginifolia) — The California Aster (Lessingia filaginifolia) is a robust perennial native to the Western U.S; each, image 53
California Aster (Lessingia Filaginifolia) — Ideal for xeriscapes, it adds a splash of color and adapts well to poor soils
California Aster (Lessingia Filaginifolia) — thus requiring minimal irrigation
California Aster (Lessingia Filaginifolia) — The aster flourishes in USDA hardiness zones 8 through 10; the California Aster (Lessingia filaginifolia) is a
California Aster (Lessingia Filaginifolia) — ground cover / perennial for full; providing a low-maintenance
California Aster (Lessingia Filaginifolia) — scientifically known as Lessingia filaginifolia; attracting a delightful array of pollinators
California Aster (Lessingia Filaginifolia) — this aster species provides a pleasing
California Aster (Lessingia Filaginifolia) — The aster flourishes in USDA hardiness zones 8 through 10
California Aster (Lessingia Filaginifolia) — each spanning 1-2 inches across
California Aster (Lessingia Filaginifolia) — to the garden.<br><br>Ideally suited for a water-wise landscape or a wildflower meadow; violet flowers in the
California Aster (Lessingia Filaginifolia) — The California Aster (Lessingia filaginifolia) is a robust perennial native to the Western U.S; each spanning 1-2
California Aster (Lessingia Filaginifolia) — The blooms proudly display their lavender to pinkish hues with yellow centers from mid-summer through fall
California Aster (Lessingia Filaginifolia) — providing a low-maintenance; this sun-loving aster thrives in dry conditions, reaching 1-3 feet in height with a
California Aster (Lessingia Filaginifolia) — Ideal for xeriscapes, it adds a splash of color and adapts well to poor soils; scientifically known as, image 57
California Aster (Lessingia Filaginifolia) — ground cover / perennial for full
California Aster (Lessingia Filaginifolia) — The aster flourishes in USDA hardiness zones 8 through 10; the California Aster (Lessingia, image 60
California Aster (Lessingia Filaginifolia) — consider deadheading spent flowers.<br><br>When incorporating the California Aster into your design; is an
California Aster (Lessingia Filaginifolia) — indicating a tolerance for mild to moderate climates.<br><br>Standing at a modest height of about 1 to 3 feet; the
California Aster (Lessingia Filaginifolia) — providing a low-maintenance
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