Daisy Fleabane 'Darkest of All' is a perennial that brings a striking, jewel-toned presence to summer gardens from July through August. Hardy in zones 2 through 8, this compact Erigeron cultivar reaches 18 to 24 inches tall and wide, producing showy flowers that excel as cut blooms. The variety thrives in full sun with moderate water and minimal maintenance, while its natural resilience to both deer and drought makes it a reliable performer in challenging conditions.
Full Sun
Moderate
2-8
24in H x 24in W
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These deep-colored daisy-like flowers command attention when massed together or placed in cut arrangements, yet the plant itself asks for almost nothing in return. Grow it in lean, well-drained soil with plenty of sun, and it will reward you with blooms through the heart of summer without fussing. The low maintenance requirement combined with genuine deer and drought tolerance means you can plant it and largely let it be, apart from deadheading to coax out a second flush of flowers.
Daisy Fleabane shines as a cut flower for summer arrangements, where its showy blooms add color and texture to vases. In the garden, it functions as a reliable perennial for sunny borders, rock gardens, and areas where you need low-maintenance color without constant intervention.
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Cut flower stems for arrangements anytime the blooms are fully open and showy. The flowers hold well in water, making them reliable for cutting fresh throughout July and August.
Cut back stems after flowering to encourage a second flush of blooms and maintain compact, tidy growth. This simple deadheading keeps the plant from expending energy on seed production and extends the flowering season.
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“Erigeron as a genus hails from dry grasslands and mountainous regions, predominantly across North America, where roughly 200 species of annuals, biennials, and perennials evolved to thrive in harsh conditions. The common name 'fleabane' carries an old reputation, stemming from historical uses of the plant. The genus name itself derives from Greek, combining 'eri' meaning early and 'geron' meaning old man, a poetic reference both to the plant's early bloom time and its downy, silver appearance that resembles an elderly person's white beard. 'Darkest of All' represents the deliberate selection and naming within this ancient lineage, chosen specifically for the deepest flower color available within the species.”