Crambe maritima
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Crambe maritima
Blue Seakale |
USDA Zone: 4-9 |
Plant number: 1.170.100
Although this species of Seakale forms sprays of creamy-white flowers, it really is grown more for the fantastic powdery-blue foliage. Leaves are large and cabbage-like, with ruffled edges that make this a superb textural plant. Especially useful in dry, sunny sites, the rock garden, or in the border. Said to be salt tolerant. In Europe this was once popular as a spring vegetable, the plants were covered with a clay pot in late winter, to blanch the emerging new foliage. Not easily divided, but any seedlings that appear may be moved while they are still small.
Further details for
Crambe maritima
Optimal Growing
Conditions |
Appearance and
Characteristics |
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Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Soil Type
Normal or
Sandy or
Clay
Soil pH
Neutral or
Alkaline or
Acid
Soil Moisture
Average or
Dry or
Moist
Care Level
Easy
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Flower Colour
White
Blooming Time
Early Summer
Mid Summer
Foliage Color
Blue
Plant Uses & Characteristics
Accent: Good Texture/Form
Border
Containers
Drought Tolerant
Specimen
Flower Head Size
Large
Height
60-90 cm
23-35 inches
Spread
60-75 cm
23-29 inches
Foot Traffic
None
Growth Rate
Medium
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Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup. |
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