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Herbaceous Perennial

Erigeron 'Dunkelste Aller'
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fleabane 'Dunkelste Aller'

A deciduous, herbaceous perennial forming a clump of erect stems to 60cm, bearing oval grey-green leaves and clusters of yellow-centred, semi-double, deep violet daisy-like flower-heads produced in summer

Synonyms
Erigeron hybridus 'Dunkelste Aller'
Erigeron 'Darkest of All'
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Size
Ultimate height
0.5–1 metres
Time to ultimate height
2–5 years
Ultimate spread
0.1–0.5 metres
Growing conditions
Chalk
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Moist but well–drained
pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Colour & scent
StemFlowerFoliageFruit
Spring Green
Summer Blue Green
Autumn
Winter
Position
  • Full sun
Aspect

West–facing or South–facing

Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered
Hardiness
H6
Botanical details
Family
Asteraceae
Native to GB / Ireland
No
Foliage
Deciduous
Habit
Bushy
Genus

Erigeron can be annuals, biennials or perennials with simple or lobed leaves, and daisy-like flowers with many slender rays, appearing over a long period in summer

Name status

Not established

How to grow

Cultivation

Grow in fertile, well-drained soil that remains moist in summer. Especially good for planting near the sea. Good drainage is needed, so growing in a raised bed can be useful

Propagation

Cultivars are usually propagated by division or from basal softwood cuttings in spring

Suggested planting locations and garden types
  • City and courtyard gardens
  • Coastal
  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Gravel garden
  • Patio and container plants
  • Rock garden
  • Wildlife gardens
  • Flower borders and beds
  • Underplanting of roses and shrubs
Pruning

Cut back at the end of the season

Pests

Generally pest-free

Diseases

Powdery mildew may be a problem

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