Daisy Aspen (Fleabane) Seeds

Showy purple flower clusters with yellow centers appear from late spring to midsummer. Plants vary in height with usually 13 or more flower stems per plant. A native perennial from the western U.S. that adjusts easily to zones 2-8. Attracts birds, bees and butterflies.

Seed Depth: 1/8″ (3mm)

Spacing: 1″ (3cm)

Sprouts In: 10-15 days

Thinning: 10″ (25cm)

Select a location with full to partial shade and well-drained soil. Plants will form the first year and begin blooming in their 2nd year. Plant in groups for a big show each year. Once established this hardy perennial is quite drought tolerant.

Flowers are long-lived in the garden and in the vase. An Aspen daisy bed will perform cheerfully for many years.

Botanical Name: Erigeron speciosus

Height: 8-24″ (20-61cm)

Bloom Period: early to midsummer

Type: perennial