Also known as Aspen Daisy · Garden Erigeron · Garden Fleabane
Aspen Fleabane (Erigeron speciosus) is a vibrant perennial wildflower with daisy-like purple-blue flowers, thriving in sunny locations and dry soils.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for best flowering, but tolerates some shade.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist, allowing the top layer to dry slightly between waterings.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Hardy perennial, thrives in average temperatures, tolerates heat and moderate cold.
Low
25% intensity
Requires minimal feeding; a light spring application is usually sufficient.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly, especially during dry spells, to keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top few centimeters of soil to dry out between waterings.
Reduce watering in winter when the plant is dormant. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot.
Deadhead spent flowers to encourage reblooming and maintain a tidy appearance. In late fall or early spring, cut back the foliage to the ground to remove dead or diseased material and promote new growth.
This also prevents the plant from becoming too leggy.
Easily propagated from seed sown in early spring or fall. Division of established clumps in early spring or fall is also a common and effective method. Space divisions appropriately to allow for mature growth.
Aspen Fleabane is a perennial that typically does not require frequent repotting. If grown in containers, repot every 2-3 years in spring into a slightly larger pot with fresh, well-draining potting mix to refresh the soil and provide more space.
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Erigeron |
| Species | Erigeron speciosus |
Similar in genus Erigeron
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