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Erigeron 'Dunkelste Aller'

Also Known As

  • Erigeron 'Darkest of All'
  • Darkest of All Fleabane

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 1'-2'
  • W: 1'-2'

planting zones

  • 3a-8b

Erigeron 'Dunkelste Aller' plant details

Erigeron 'Dunkelste Aller' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer purple flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Erigeron 'Dunkelste Aller'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in spring and summer
Uses: container plant, cutting garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Erigeron 'Dunkelste Aller'

USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This Fleabane with its many, very-fine (almost spidery!) deep-violet ?petals? and bright-contrasting yellow center is larger than most fleabanes (2"), and a very showy, tho easy, addition to the summer garden. S/M

Gardening facts about Erigeron 'Dunkelste Aller' plant

How to Grow Erigeron 'Dunkelste Aller'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • purple
  • Wildlife

    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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