Erigeron karvinskianus
"Mexican fleabane"
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Orders placed 1 September - 15 October 2024
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Orders placed 16 October - 15 December 2024
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Description
Erigeron karvinskianus, the Mexican fleabane, is a delightful semi-evergreen perennial that brings a touch of whimsy to any garden. Growing into neat mats that reach around 20-30cm in height, this hardy plant forms the perfect backdrop for a range of other garden favourites. The daisy-like flowers start off as bright white, then gradually turn pink, and even purple as summer progresses. This ever-changing colour palette makes Erigeron karvinskianus a captivating plant, offering a dynamic show of blooms that shift in the season.
With its ability to thrive in well-drained soil and full sun, Erigeron karvinskianus is as easy-going as it is lovely. A perfect choice for low-maintenance gardens, it brings a cheerful pop of colour while requiring little attention once established. This variety’s charm hasn’t gone unnoticed, earning it the RHS Award of Garden Merit for its resilience and beauty. Its compact size makes it an excellent choice for borders, ground cover, or containers, while its dainty flowers also attract pollinators, making it a perfect addition to wildlife-friendly gardens. Erigeron karvinskianus effortlessly balances beauty and practicality, ensuring your garden stays vibrant from spring through to autumn.
Our Erigeron karvinskianus plants are supplied as a root ball with healthy growth, ensuring a strong start. They are carefully shipped in our unique cardboard box, designed to keep them safe and in top condition. This ensures they arrive healthy and ready to thrive in their new home.
Key features
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Comes back every year
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Attractive to wildlife
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Loved by pollinators
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Thrives well in full sun
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Low maintenance
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RHS Award (AGM)
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Fully hardy
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Rodent resistant
Specs & details
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Botanical name
Erigeron karvinskianus
Erigeron mucronatus -
Flower colour
White, pink, purple
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Plant size
9cm root ball
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Established height
20-30cm
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Established spread
50-70cm
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Plant spacing
9 plants per m2
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Leaf colour
Green
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Habit
Spreading
Clump-forming -
Life cycle
Perennial
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Hardiness
Fully hardy
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Years to establish
2-3 years
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Sunlight
Full sun
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Position
Sheltered
Exposed -
Suitable for
Borders
Cottage gardens
Low maintenance gardens -
Soil acidity
Any
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Soil moisture
Damp
Free draining -
Soil type
Loam
Clay
Loam-based compost
Sand -
Growing skill
Easy to grow
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Scented
No
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Pollinator-friendly
Yes
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Mouse resistant
No
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Rabbit resistant
Yes
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Deer resistant
Yes
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Toxicity
No report
Plant calendar
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | June | July | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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- Planting
- Flowering
Useful information
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Soak your Erigeron karvinskianus roots in water for 3-6 hours prior to planting.
Plant your "Mexican fleabane" bare roots into temporary pots with a multipurpose compost in spring and grow-on in a sheltered spot outdoors.
Choose a pot which comfortably fits the bare roots. Some have a noticeable crown which should be just below the soil surface with any top growth exposed.
Plant out into borders or permanent containers in late spring or early summer once in full growth. Choose a position in sun or shade depending on the variety.
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Orders placed before 1 September 2025
You can expect your order in September 2025Orders placed 1 September - 15 October 2025
You can expect your order in October 2025Orders placed 16 October - 15 December 2025
You can expect your order within 10 business days
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