Erigeron glaucus 'Albus'	Seaside daisy

Scientific name: Erigeron glaucus 'Albus' Common name: Seaside daisy, Beach fleabane Region of origin: Pacific coast from southern California to northern Oregon	Photo by CCE staff   Click on image for other views	Highlights: Weed Suppressive Rating: Fair - Good Hardiness: Zones 5-9 Height x Spread: about 10 in. x 18 in. Season of bloom: Mid to late spring Flower color: White Exposure: Full sun Soil requirements: Well-drained, sandy soil Moisture requirements: Drought tolerant. Avoid too much moisture
Physical description: Seaside daisy reaches 10 in. tall and spreads 18 in. wide. The semi-evergreen leaves are broad, fleshy, and colored in grayish blue. The flowers are white and look like daisies; flowering occurs from mid to late spring. Optimal growing conditions: As with other species of the family, Seaside daisy prefers well-drained soils, especially sandy loam, and can tolerate a wide range of acidity and alkalinity under full sun. Seaside daisy is drought and infertility tolerant, and in fact can become leggy if there is too much water or fertilizer present. Winter hardiness: Zones 5 or 6 to 9. The optimal growing conditions of Seaside daisy make it ideal for warm maritime districts. Susceptibility to pests and diseases: Aphids can do some damage in summer months. Concerning diseases, seaside daisy may be susceptible to mildew, leaf spot, rust, and aster yellows. Use: This species can be used in rock gardens or as a ground cover. It is more interesting to try it in light sandy soils where it can perform optimally.

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