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    • Photo of Erigeron linearis flower, form by Walter Siegmund

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    Erigeron linearis

    Also Known As

    • Desert Yellow Daisy

    Plant type

    perennial, groundcover

    size

    • H: 6"-12"
    • W: 6"-12"

    planting zones

    • 1-12

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    Erigeron linearis plant details

    Erigeron linearis is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial groundcover with green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Erigeron linearis

    Plant type: perennial groundcover
    Plant family: asteraceae
    Foliage: semi-evergreen green
    Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
    Flowers: yellow blooms in spring

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Erigeron linearis

    USDA Zones: 1 - 12
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: regular - low
    Resistant to: deer
    Soil needs: average and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Cheery, tufted rock garden or xeriscape species from harsh rocky sites.

    By: Desert Jewels Nursery

    Gardening facts about Erigeron linearis plant

    How to Grow Erigeron linearis

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular - drought tolerant

    • Water Needs

      • dry in summer

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • yellow

    • Wildlife

      • butterflies
      • deer resistant

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • semi-evergreen

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    Erigeron concinnus

    aka Erigeron pumilus var. concinnus

    Plant Type

    Perennial

    Zones

    3a-9b

    Size

    Height: 4"-12"

    Width: 4"-12"

    • sun
    • drought tolerant
    • dry in summer
    Photo of Erigeron concinnus flower by Stan Shebs
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    Erigeron glaucus

    aka Seaside Daisy

    Plant Type

    Perennial

    Zones

    4a-10b

    Size

    Height: 6"-12"

    Width: 12"-24"

    • sun - mostly sun
    • regular - drought tolerant
    • dry in summer
    Photo of Erigeron glaucus flower by Stan Shebs
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    Erigeron karvinskianus

    aka Santa Barbara Daisy

    Plant Type

    Perennial

    Zones

    7b-12

    Size

    Height: 6"-12"

    Width: 18"-30"

    • sun - mostly sun
    • regular - drought tolerant
    • dry in summer
    Photo of Erigeron karvinskianus flower by Kurt Stueber
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    Erigeron vagus

    aka Loose Daisy, Rambling Fleabane

    Plant Type

    Perennial

    Zones

    4a-10b

    Size

    Height: 3"-4"

    Width: 6"-12"

    • sun - bright shade
    • occasional - drought tolerant
    • dry in summer
    Photo of Erigeron vagus by Stan Shebs
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    Erigeron 'WR'

    aka Erigeron 'Wayne Roderick', Erigeron glaucus 'Wayne Roderick', Wayne Roderick Fleabane, Wayne Roderick Seaside Daisy

    Plant Type

    Perennial

    Zones

    6a-10b

    Size

    Height: 1'-3'

    Width: 1'-3'

    • sun
    • regular - drought tolerant
    • dry in summer
    Photo of Erigeron 'WR' form by Annie's Annuals & Perennials
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