Erigeron divergens
Western Fleabane
Description
Annual or short lived perennial wildflower that can reseed itself to maintain populations. Many branched plants stay under 1' tall and spread to about 2' wide. Numerous lavender to white flowers bloom through spring and summer. Has a light delicate appearance. Great Basin, Mohave, Sonoran desert native. Needs well drained site. Buckeye Butterfly attractor.
Plant Type
Ground cover, Annual
Height Range
Under 1'
Flower Color
Lavender, White
Flower Season
Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Green, Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Very Low, Low, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Ranch, Spanish, Wild Garden
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer
Location Uses
Entry, Foundation, Parking Strip, Patio, Raised Planter, Walkways, With Rocks
Special Uses
Erosion Control, Mass Planting, Naturalizing, Small Spaces
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Apply a 2" layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.
Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost, or aged sawdust.
Inorganic mulches such as gravel are also acceptable.