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Lessingia filaginifolia

Pronunciation

les-IN-jee-a fi-la-jin-i-FOL-ee-a

Common Name

California Dune Aster

Plant Type

Groundcover

Mature Size

3+ ft. wide and 4 in. tall

Water Requirements

Very Low: water deeply several times a summer

Sun/Shade Requirements

Full to half sun

Wildlife

Bees
Butterflies

Flower Color

Pink to lilac

Maintenance- Design- Planting Tips

Lessingia felaginifolia is a drought tolerant California native groundcover and a favorite with butterflies. Lessingia ‘Silver Carpet’ is a selection known for its dense, silvery foliage. The short, ground-hugging foliage is only 4 inches high, spreading 3 or more feet. Water deeply a few times over the summer.

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