Bitter daisy
Erigeron acris
Bitter daisy is a hardy wildflower native to Eurasia that thrives in well-drained, even poor soils with full sun exposure and minimal watering once established. Its small lavender to pinkish ray flowers are excellent for attracting pollinators to cottage gardens, meadow plantings, and naturalized borders. This low-maintenance plant requires little feeding or fussing and self-seeds readily, naturalizing over time.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Full Sun
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 36″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
10″
Watering Schedule
Every 10-14 Days • Water Lightly, Allowing Soil To Dry Between Waterings; Tolerates Dry Spells
Soil pH
7.5 – 8
Temperature
-25° – 85°F
Mature Spread
up to 24″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed, Division
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Aug 6, 2021 by Henk Van Lottum (cc-by-sa)
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