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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

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) — bear in mind its natural spreading habit

California Aster (Lessingia Filaginifolia) — Its silvery foliage and late summer-to-fall display of lavender to pink daisy-like flowers; thus requiring minimal

California Aster (Lessingia Filaginifolia) — informal look with its silvery-green foliage and abundant daisy-like flowers

California Aster (Lessingia Filaginifolia) — scientifically known as Lessingia filaginifolia

California Aster (Lessingia Filaginifolia) — each spanning 1-2 inches across; ground cover / perennial with violet blooms, image 56

California Aster (Lessingia Filaginifolia) — Grouping these plants can create a swath of color and texture

California Aster (Lessingia Filaginifolia) — informal look with its silvery-green foliage and abundant daisy-like flowers; grouping these plants can create a

California Aster (Lessingia Filaginifolia) — It prefers well-drained soils but is notably drought-tolerant once established; the blooms proudly display their

California Aster (Lessingia Filaginifolia) — indicating a tolerance for mild to moderate climates.<br><br>Standing at a modest height of about 1 to, image 61

California Aster (Lessingia Filaginifolia) — the California Aster thrives in full sun but can also tolerate light shade; ideal for xeriscapes, it, image 68

California Aster (Lessingia Filaginifolia) — violet flowers in the garden; indicating a tolerance for mild to moderate climates.<br><br>Standing at a modest

California Aster (Lessingia Filaginifolia) — To encourage a bushier growth and a repeated bloom; ground cover / perennial for full

California Aster (Lessingia Filaginifolia) — Ideal for xeriscapes, it adds a splash of color and adapts well to poor soils; scientifically known as Lessingia

California Aster (Lessingia Filaginifolia) — It prefers well-drained soils but is notably drought-tolerant once established

California Aster (Lessingia Filaginifolia) — thus requiring minimal irrigation; to encourage a bushier growth and a repeated bloom

California Aster (Lessingia Filaginifolia) — including butterflies and bees

California Aster (Lessingia Filaginifolia) — This sun-loving aster thrives in dry conditions, reaching 1-3 feet in height with a similar spread, image 54

California Aster (Lessingia Filaginifolia) — This sun-loving aster thrives in dry conditions, reaching 1-3 feet in height with a similar spread; informal look

California Aster (Lessingia Filaginifolia) — violet flowers in the garden

California Aster (Lessingia Filaginifolia) — is an enchanting perennial native to the coastal and inland valleys of California

California Aster (Lessingia Filaginifolia) — including butterflies and bees; it prefers well-drained soils but is notably drought-tolerant once, image 66

California Aster (Lessingia Filaginifolia) — attracting a delightful array of pollinators; this aster species provides a pleasing

Lessingia Filaginifolia

Lessingia Filaginifolia

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Juni from Kyoto, Japan, CC BY 2.0 · source
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