Sea lavender

Sea lavender Care

Limonium latifolium

Other names: Broad-leaved Statice, Perennial Statice

What is the plant

This vibrant herbaceous plant with delicate purple flowers makes a great addition to home gardens. At the same time, Sea Lavender is relatively easy to care for and reproduce.

Also known as Marsh Rosemary and Lavender Thrift, this plant is native to the coasts of the Canary Islands. It is a perennial plant that grows well and produces dense blooms in blue, purple, and pink. It can grow up to 3 feet (1 m). These plants attract bees and butterflies and are almost pest free.

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Humidity

Dry

Lighting

Full Sun

Temperature

15°C - 20°C

Hardiness zone

4b - 8b

Difficulty

Easy

How to Care for the Plant

Water
We can qualify Sea lavender as a drought-tolerant plant, so it needs occasional watering. But as for newly-planted Limonium latifolium, you must water it regularly to establish a strong root system.
Pruning
Sea lavender does not need specific pruning, but you can regularly remove dead leaves and flowers so that the plant does not waste unnecessary energy on them.
Fertilizer
Fertilizing too heavily can cause too much leaf growth, but the plant will never flower, so be careful. When choosing a fertilizer, avoid products rich in nitrogen.

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Sunlight
The more direct sun the plant receives, the more abundant flowering will be, so choose well-lit places in the house or place the pot outside. In addition, the sun will help keep the plant dry and protect the roots from rotting.
Soil
The best choice for Sea lavender is sandy soil, but you can also use any other balanced soil. The main condition is that it should be well drained.
Propagation
The easiest and most common way to propagate Limonium latifolium is by using seeds. Sow the seeds in pots and place them in a warm, lighted place, and in the spring, repot the plants separately.

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Temperature
This plant loves warmth, so the most suitable temperature is 53-59°F (12-15°C). The lowest temperature lavender can withstand is 40°F (5°C).
Container
Choose spacious pots with drainage holes, allowing Sea Lavender to grow quickly. The material of the containers is not essential.
Fun fact
Sea Lavender is often used in dry floral arrangements because its spikes are durable and colorfast.