{"product_id":"mexican-fleabane-erigeron-karvinskianus-profusion-cotswold-grown-perennial","title":"Erigeron karvinskianus 'Profusion' - Mexican Fleabane - Cotswold Grown Perennial","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis delightful, long-flowering perennial produces clouds of small daisy-like blooms that open white and gradually blush pink with age, giving a multi-toned effect that’s loved by gardeners and pollinators alike. \u003ci\u003eErigeron karvinskianus ‘Profusion’\u003c\/i\u003e is a compact, free-flowering variety that thrives in cracks, crevices, and sunny spots, bringing a soft, romantic feel to cottage gardens, gravel paths, and pots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eErigeron karvinskianus ‘Profusion’\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, commonly known as Mexican Fleabane, is perfect for softening hard edges and tumbling over walls or containers. It self-seeds gently without becoming invasive, making it ideal for naturalistic planting schemes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerennial\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eMat-forming, Flowering, Spring–Autumn Interest\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e May–October\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Semi-evergreen in mild areas\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eScientific Name\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eErigeron karvinskianus\u003c\/i\u003e ‘Profusion’ (named for Wilhelm Friedrich Karwinski von Karwin, a 19th-century Hungarian naturalist and plant collector)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSynonyms\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eErigeron mucronatus\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eStenactis karvinskiana\u003c\/i\u003e (historical synonyms)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Name\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eMexican Fleabane, Santa Barbara Daisy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigin\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eNative to Mexico and Central America; naturalised in many parts of Europe\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePruning Tips\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eTrim back lightly after the first flush of flowers to encourage fresh growth and more blooms. Cut back more thoroughly in late autumn or early spring if needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWildlife Value\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eExcellent nectar source for bees, butterflies, and hoverflies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePositioning\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eLoves full sun and thrives in poor, dry soils. Ideal for wall planting, gravel gardens, container edges, and paving cracks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWater\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eDrought tolerant once established. Water young plants until settled, then only during prolonged dry spells.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoil\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eWell-drained soil is essential – prefers sandy, chalky, or gritty soils. Avoid heavy or waterlogged ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eNot a heavy feeder – too much fertiliser can reduce flowering. A light mulch in spring is usually sufficient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePet-safe\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eNon-toxic and safe for pets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSprouts Top Tips\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eDon’t be afraid to let it wander – this plant is happiest when allowed to self-seed into unexpected corners and soften the lines of a space with its airy blooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sprouts of Bristol","offers":[{"title":"9cm","offer_id":44193665024253,"sku":"2813688038961","price":5.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"13cm","offer_id":44193666171133,"sku":"8204688038961","price":8.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"15cm","offer_id":44193665057021,"sku":"4405688038961","price":12.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0490\/2774\/3905\/products\/mexican-fleabane-erigeron-karvinskianus-profusion-cotswold-grown-perennial-507757.jpg?v=1699049708","url":"https:\/\/sproutsofbristol.live\/products\/mexican-fleabane-erigeron-karvinskianus-profusion-cotswold-grown-perennial","provider":"Sprouts of Bristol","version":"1.0","type":"link"}