Sea Lavender

(Limonium peregrinum)

Sea Lavender (Limonium peregrinum)

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Climate Requirements

Precipitation 12" - 14"
High Temp. 75°F - 84°F
Low Temp. 46°F - 49°F
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Summary

Limonium peregrinum, commonly known as Sea Lavender, is an evergreen perennial herb native to coastal areas and saline environments, such as salt marshes and coastal dunes, in the Western Cape of South Africa. It typically grows to a height of 0.5-1 feet (0.2-0.3 meters) and a width of 0.5 feet (0.2 meters). This plant forms a low, bushy mound of leathery, spoon-shaped leaves, and throughout the summer, it bears clusters of tiny, papery, pink flowers on wiry stems that are highly valued for both fresh and dried flower arrangements.

Sea Lavender is appreciated for its drought tolerance and salt resistance, making it an excellent choice for seaside gardens, rockeries, and xeriscaping. It thrives in full sun and requires very low to low amounts of water once established, preferring well-drained soils. It is also used as a ground cover or for edging in dry, sunny beds and borders. While generally pest-free, it can be susceptible to root rot in poorly drained soils. Gardeners should be cautious as it can become invasive in some regions, spreading by both seeds and root systems.CC BY-SA 4.0

Plant Description

  • Plant Type: Shrub
  • Height: 0.5-1 feet
  • Width: 0.25-0.5 feet
  • Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Flower Color: Pink
  • Flowering Season: Summer
  • Leaf Retention: Evergreen

Growth Requirements

  • Sun: Full Sun
  • Water: Very Low, Low
  • Drainage: Medium, Fast

Common Uses

Bee Garden, Bird Garden, Butterfly Garden, Hummingbird Garden, Low Maintenance, Showy Flowers

Natural Habitat

Coastal areas and saline environments, such as salt marshes and coastal dunes, in the Western Cape of South Africa

Other Names

Common Names: Marsh Rosemary, Dune Sea Pink

Scientific Names: Limonium peregrinum, Limonium roseum, Afrolimon peregrinum, Statice rosea, Statice dickensonii, Statice peregrina, Statice rytidophylla, Statice dicksoniana, Statice perigrina

GBIF Accepted Name: Limonium peregrinum (P.J.Bergius) R.A.Dyer