About

Limoniastrum monopetalum is an evergreen, salt-tolerant subshrub from the Mediterranean producing small, grey-green, fleshy leaves and small, pinkish-purple, papery flowers in late summer. An ornamental and tough plant for a sunny, very well-drained, coastal garden.

About the genus

Limoniastrum are salt-tolerant evergreen subshrubs from the Mediterranean region with small, grey-green, fleshy leaves and small, papery flowers. Grown in sunny, very well-drained, coastal gardens.

Plant details

Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.

Care notes

CultivationPlant in well-drained soil in a suitable position. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead or damaged growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed as appropriate.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free. Monitor for common garden pests.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant. Ensure good air circulation.