Fleabane: Blue
Sandy soils, including coastal dunes like the Murlough dunes in County Down, Northern Ireland , where it is considered a priority conservation species. Uses and Folklore
: Both the square stems and narrow, lance-shaped leaves are covered in dense, fine hairs , which helps distinguish it from other fleabane species. blue fleabane
Blue Fleabane is native across much of the Northern Hemisphere, including Europe, Asia, and North America. It thrives in well-drained, open environments such as: Dry meadows and grasslands. Rocky slopes, cliff ledges, and river banks. Sandy soils, including coastal dunes like the Murlough
: It typically flowers from late spring through late summer (April to September, depending on the region). Habitat and Distribution It thrives in well-drained, open environments such as:
: The common name "fleabane" stems from the historical belief that the dried plant could repel or destroy fleas when burned or placed in bedding.
: A small, slender plant typically reaching between 8 to 30 inches (20 to 75 cm) in height.