Overview
Limonium coriarium 'Robert Butler' is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Limonium, part of the Plumbaginaceae family, with deciduous, semi evergreen foliage. Limonium coriarium 'Robert Butler' grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam and sand soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include coastal, cottage and informal garden, gravel garden, wildlife gardens, cut flowers and flower borders and beds.
About
Limonium coriarium 'Robert Butler' is a clump-forming cultivar of the Limonium genus, which includes annuals and perennials with simple or pinnately lobed foliage. This semi-evergreen, deciduous plant thrives in full sun and well-drained loam or sandy soils across a range of pH levels. It is hardy to UK zone H7 and is suitable for coastal, cottage, gravel, and wildlife gardens, as well as flower borders and cut flower use. 'Robert Butler' is notable for its summer and autumn interest, producing panicles of small flowers with durable, coloured calyces.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Limonium
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Limonium coriarium 'Robert Butler' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous, Semi evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Coastal, Cottage and informal garden, Gravel garden, Wildlife gardens, Cut flowers, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Limonium coriarium 'Robert Butler'
- Propagation
- Seed, Division in spring
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to powdery mildews
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Limonium coriarium 'Robert Butler'?
Limonium coriarium 'Robert Butler' prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Limonium coriarium 'Robert Butler' need?
Limonium coriarium 'Robert Butler' grows best in loam and sand soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Limonium coriarium 'Robert Butler' hardy in the UK?
Limonium coriarium 'Robert Butler' has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Limonium coriarium 'Robert Butler'?
Seed, Division in spring.
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