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Common name: "Fernleaf Fleabane"
Latin name:
Erigeron compositus var discoideus

Fernleaf Flebane
Zone: 3 - 7
Elevation to:
9
Growth habit:
Clump forming
Max height:
2" - 3"
Spread: 4" - 6"
Flowers: Yes, May - June
Flower type: Daisy like
Native to area: Yes, Erigeron flagellaris
Available varieties: 12+
Sunshine:
Water: Pictured: Erigeron compositus discoideus - Fearnleaf Fleabane
Perennial Cultivation: Plant Fernleaf Fleabane in full sun in fertile, well drained soil. It prefers a location with some mid day shade. Do not allow Fernleaf Fleabane's soil to completely dry out or the plant will decline. Fernleaf Fleabane grows well in containers.

Propagation:
Seed can be started in a cold frame or greenhouse, then moved outdoors after danger of frost has passed. For quicker growth purchase pre-started Fernleaf Fleabane plants at your local Garden shop. Once established, plants can be divided in spring.

Potential pests ~ diseases:
Powdery mildew.
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