How much sun does Cushion Daisy need?

Cushion Daisy grows best in full sun conditions.

When does Cushion Daisy bloom?

Cushion Daisy blooms in May, June, and July.

Where is Cushion Daisy native?

Cushion Daisy (Erigeron poliospermus) is native to ID, OR, WA, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.

What pollinators does Cushion Daisy attract?

Cushion Daisy draws bees and beetles.

Is Cushion Daisy HOA-friendly?

Cushion Daisy is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.

Cushion Daisy

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Author: Pollinator Patch

Erigeron poliospermus

Last reviewed: September 2026

Toxicity unknown

Cushion Daisy (Erigeron poliospermus) is not listed by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (opens in new tab) or the other sources we check, so we have no verdict for it either way. Absence from those lists is not a clearance. If your pet shows symptoms after eating any plant, call the ASPCA at (888) 426-4435.

Light

full sun

Water

low

Size

4"–12" H × 4"–12" W

Bloom

May, Jun, Jul

Native to

ID, OR, WA

Pollinators

bees, beetles

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Cushion fleabane is a compact native wildflower that forms neat, low mounds of gray-green foliage. It produces cheerful white daisy-like flowers with yellow centers from May through July, creating a tidy groundcover appearance.

In an HOA neighborhood

Cushion Daisy is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.

Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.

Wildlife value

This plant attracts native bees and beneficial beetles during its extended blooming period. The compact flowers provide easily accessible nectar and pollen for smaller pollinators.

Common questions

How much sun does Cushion Daisy need?: Cushion Daisy grows best in full sun conditions.
When does Cushion Daisy bloom?: Cushion Daisy blooms in May, June, and July.
Where is Cushion Daisy native?: Cushion Daisy (Erigeron poliospermus) is native to ID, OR, WA, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.
What pollinators does Cushion Daisy attract?: Cushion Daisy draws bees and beetles.
Is Cushion Daisy HOA-friendly?: Cushion Daisy is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.

Native range data from vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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