Erigeron compositus

USDA Hardiness Zones: 2–8

Light: Full sun

Mature Size: 2–10" tall | slowly spreading mound

Attracts: Native bees, butterflies, and pollinators

Bloom Time: Spring through late summer

Water Needs: Low once established; drought tolerant

Soil: Lean, gravelly, or sandy sharply drained soils

Growth Habit: Compact, cushion- to mound-forming perennial

Flowers: White to soft lavender daisy-like blooms with bright yellow centers held just above finely divided foliage

Ideal For: Rock gardens, alpine gardens, containers, scree slopes, xeriscapes

Evergreen: Semi-evergreen in mild climates

Why We Love It:
Cutleaf daisy is the kind of rugged alpine perennial that looks right at home tucked among gravel, stone, and boulders. Its finely cut silvery foliage forms tidy mounds that stay attractive through the season, while the cheerful daisy-like blooms appear over an exceptionally long period with very little care. Adapted to harsh mountain conditions, it thrives in dry, rocky soils where many traditional perennials struggle, making it an excellent choice for water-wise gardens and alpine plantings.

Additional Info:
Extremely drought tolerant once established and highly attractive to native pollinators. Prefers lean, sharply drained soils and performs best when not overwatered or overfertilized. Low maintenance and long lived, with occasional gentle self-seeding in ideal conditions. Excellent for scree gardens, crevice plantings, troughs, and high-elevation landscapes.

Photo Credit: Panayoti Kelaidis