Seaside Daisy is a low-growing coastal perennial with daisy-like flowers in shades of blue, purple, and pink that bloom prolifically over a long season. Extremely salt- and wind-tolerant, it thrives in sandy, poor soils and is excellent for seaside gardens, erosion control, and xeriscape designs.
Overview
Form
Mounding
Growth Rate
moderate
Size
0.75–1.5′ tall × 1.5–2.5′ wide
Dormancy
evergreen
Tolerances & Soil
Zone 9aZone 11a
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Zone range: Zone 9a to Zone 11a
Seasonality
Bloom Season
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Season of Interest
SpringSummer
Ground cover
Low spreading plants that carpet the soil.
Succession Role
pioneer
Native to the United States
Native Range
Coastal California and Baja California
Native to: California
Function & Care
erosion controlpollinator nectarywildlife benefit
Establishment & Care
Establishment
easy
Maintenance
low
Propagation
seed, cutting, division
Notable Cultivars
Wayne Roderick produces large violet-blue flowers on a robust plant; Cape Sebastian is a compact cultivar with lavender blooms, ideal for smaller spaces and containers.
