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Silver Carpet Beach Aster

Lessingia Filaginifolia 'Silver Carpet'

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Overview

The Silver Carpet Beach Aster (Lessingia filaginifolia 'Silver Carpet') is a California native, drought-tolerant groundcover. This perennial showcases silvery foliage and blooms with small lavender flowers in summer and fall. It grows to 2-3 feet wide with a height of 3-6 inches, thriving in full sun. Its low maintenance and ability to stabilize slopes make it ideal for coastal landscapes and xeriscaping. Hardy to USDA Zone 8.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 9–11
Silver Carpet Beach Aster (Lessingia Filaginifolia 'Silver Carpet') — The Silver Carpet Beach Aster (Lessingia filaginifolia 'Silver Carpet') is a California

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Medium
USDA zones
9–11

Shape & size

Mature height
0.5–0.75 Ft.
Mature width
2–6 Ft.

Classification

Family
Asteraceae

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Silver Carpet Beach Aster (Lessingia Filaginifolia 'Silver Carpet') — The Silver Carpet Beach Aster (Lessingia filaginifolia 'Silver Carpet') is a California

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