{"product_id":"erigeron-cape-sebastian","title":"Seaside Daisy - Erigeron Cape Sebastian","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCreate Stunning Coastal Gardens with Continuous Blooms from Spring Through Winter\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeaside daisy gives California gardens long-lasting color, low-water performance, and tough coastal resilience in one compact, easy-care plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso known as \u003cstrong\u003ebeach daisy\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ebeach aster\u003c\/strong\u003e, or \u003cstrong\u003eerigeron glaucus\u003c\/strong\u003e, this native perennial is ideal for Mediterranean gardens, coastal borders, rock gardens, beds, pots, containers, slopes, and sunny spaces exposed to wind and salt spray. Seaside daisies are evergreen perennials that thrive in USDA plant hardiness zones 8 through 10 and can bloom well into winter in mild climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelected for the Pacific Coast, seaside daisy is a practical choice when you want continuous blooming without constant watering, feeding, or fuss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy You’ll Love Seaside Daisy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrought tolerant once established\u003c\/strong\u003e – Seaside daisy thrives with minimal water after roots settle in, making it perfect for dry California summers and sustainable landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExtended blooming season\u003c\/strong\u003e – Seaside daisies exhibit an exceptionally long flowering season, blooming profusely from late spring through summer, with flowers often continuing into winter in mild coastal climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLow maintenance growth\u003c\/strong\u003e – This plant naturally grows into compact, mounding cover that looks full without intensive pruning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt for the coast\u003c\/strong\u003e – This plant is highly adapted to withstand constant maritime winds, intense full sun, and harsh salt spray.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePollinator friendly\u003c\/strong\u003e – They provide an excellent nectar source for butterflies, bees, and other beneficial pollinators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUseful in tough garden spaces\u003c\/strong\u003e – Seaside daisies are highly resilient, low-growing perennials valued for their continuous lavender-pink to white blooms and ability to stabilize soil, pairing beautifully with other \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/useyardwork.com\/products\/autumn-moor-grass-sesleria-autumnalis\"\u003elow-maintenance, drought-tolerant ground covers like Autumn Moor Grass\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor homeowners dealing with drought, deer, salt exposure, sandy soil, rocks, crevices, bluffs, or windy coastline conditions, seaside daisy delivers reliable beauty where many other flowers struggle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Makes It Different\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost coastal plants either handle harsh conditions but bloom briefly, or they flower beautifully but need regular water, rich soil, and protection from exposure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeaside Daisy\u003c\/strong\u003e is different because it combines long-season flowering with the durability of a native Pacific Coast plant:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNative coastal performance\u003c\/strong\u003e – They are native to coastal bluffs, beaches, and sand dunes stretching from northern California up to Oregon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYear-round structure\u003c\/strong\u003e – The foliage of seaside daisies is glossy and grayish-green, and they produce attractive blooms with ice blue, daisy-like petals that may have a lavender or pink tint surrounding a bright yellow center.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDense flowering mats\u003c\/strong\u003e – Seaside daisies are prized for their ability to form dense, mounding mats of colorful, pollinator-friendly wildflowers in harsh environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBetter coastal tolerance\u003c\/strong\u003e – Compared with many common daisy varieties, erigeron handles salt spray, full sun, wind, and dry soil with less stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible garden use\u003c\/strong\u003e – Plant it along borders, tuck it into rock gardens, let it spill from containers, or use it as a low cover around paths and beds, especially when combined with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/useyardwork.com\/products\/california-lilac-ceanothus\"\u003eCalifornia lilac (Ceanothus) for a fully native, drought-tolerant look\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a tough, evergreen perennial that looks soft and colorful while performing like a true coastal native.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Grow Seaside Daisy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose a sunny, well-drained site\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSeaside daisies prefer well-draining soil and full sun, but they can tolerate light shade, especially in hot climates. For inland gardens, part shade or afternoon shade helps protect foliage during extreme heat. Avoid soggy soil, and improve drainage with rocks, gravel, or raised beds if needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant with room to spread\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSpace each plant so its mature spread can fill in naturally. Seaside daisies (Erigeron glaucus) are low-growing plants that typically reach heights of 6 to 10 inches (15 to 25.5 cm) and have a spread of 1 to 2 feet (0.5 m). After planting, water deeply to help roots establish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaintain lightly for more blooms\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWater seaside daisies about once a week during dry weather, and apply a 3-inch layer of mulch to keep the soil cool and moist. Once established, reduce water and let the soil dry between watering. Cut spent flowers to encourage fresh blooming from spring into late summer and beyond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBotanical name: \u003cstrong\u003eErigeron glaucus\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommon names: Seaside daisy, beach daisy, beach aster, seaside fleabane\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant type: Evergreen perennial wildflower that complements \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/useyardwork.com\/products\/purple-bougainvillea-bougainvillea-spectabilis\"\u003epurple bougainvillea in Mediterranean-style, low-water gardens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMature size: Seaside daisies (Erigeron glaucus) are low-growing plants that typically reach heights of 6 to 10 inches (15 to 25.5 cm) and have a spread of 1 to 2 feet (0.5 m).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFoliage: Glossy, grayish-green, often spoon shaped, with a compact mounding habit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlowers: Ice blue, lavender, pink, purple, or white daisy-like petals with bright yellow centers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBloom season: Late spring through summer; may continue blooming well into winter in mild climates\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUSDA zones: 8 through 10, perfect for many California coast and mild inland gardens\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSun exposure: Full sun near the coast; light shade or part shade in hotter areas\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoil: Well-draining soil; sandy, rocky, or coastal bluff-style soil is ideal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative range: Coastal bluffs, beaches, dunes, and sand dunes from northern California up to Oregon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater needs: Low once established; weekly water during dry weather when needed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWildlife value: Attracts butterflies, bees, and other pollinators\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGarden uses: Borders, rock gardens, containers, pots, slopes, crevices, beds, and soil-stabilizing ground cover that pairs well with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/useyardwork.com\/products\/calamagrostis-karl-foerster\"\u003eupright ornamental grasses like Karl Foerster Feather Reed Grass\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoastal tolerance: Excellent resistance to salt spray, wind, drought, and tough seaside conditions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeer resistance: Commonly considered deer resistant, though deer browsing can vary by location and season\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho It’s Perfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalifornia coastal gardeners who want a native, low-water plant with long-lasting flowers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHomeowners creating Mediterranean, drought tolerant, or sustainable landscapes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProperty owners dealing with salt spray, wind, sandy soil, beaches, bluffs, or exposed coastline conditions who may also want long-lived \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/useyardwork.com\/products\/coast-live-oak-quercus-agrifolia\"\u003ecoast live oak trees to anchor their native landscape\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGardeners who want blooming color from spring through late summer, with possible winter flowers in mild climates\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigners filling borders, rock gardens, pots, containers, slopes, and dry garden beds who may also need \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/useyardwork.com\/products\/fern-pine-podocarpus-gracilior\"\u003eevergreen Fern Pine hedges for privacy and structure\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePollinator-focused gardeners who want to support butterflies, bees, and other pollinators while layering in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/useyardwork.com\/collections\/flowering-trees\"\u003eflowering trees that provide seasonal canopy color\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want a tough, beautiful, low-growing plant that survives dry conditions, supports pollinators, and keeps your garden colorful with minimal maintenance, seaside daisy is a perfect fit, especially when combined with larger drought-tolerant trees like the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/useyardwork.com\/blogs\/news\/what-to-know-about-the-california-pepper-tree\"\u003eCalifornia pepper tree for shade and structure\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow often should I water seaside daisy?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWater seaside daisies about once a week during dry weather, and apply a 3-inch layer of mulch to keep the soil cool and moist. Once established, seaside daisy becomes drought tolerant and usually needs less frequent water, especially near the coast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it survive California’s dry summers?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Seaside daisy is adapted to drought, wind, salt spray, and dry coastal conditions. In hotter inland areas, plant it where it receives morning sun and light shade or part shade during the hottest part of the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen is the best time to plant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEarly spring is an excellent time to plant seaside daisy because roots can establish before summer heat. Fall is also a strong planting season in mild California climates, especially when winter rains help new plants settle in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it need fertilizer?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVery little. Seaside daisy grows best in lean, well-draining soil and usually does not need regular feeding. Too much fertilizer can create excess foliage and fewer flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I grow it in containers?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Seaside daisy grows well in pots and containers as long as the container has excellent drainage. Use a light, well-draining mix, place the container in sun or light shade, and avoid keeping the soil constantly wet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReady to Transform Your Coastal Garden?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStop struggling with high-maintenance flowers that fade quickly, demand too much water, or fail in salt and wind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose \u003cstrong\u003eSeaside Daisy\u003c\/strong\u003e for evergreen structure, coastal toughness, pollinator-friendly blooms, and months of color with minimal effort. 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