Overview
Limonium recurvum subsp. recurvum is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Limonium, part of the Plumbaginaceae family, with deciduous, semi evergreen foliage. Limonium recurvum subsp. recurvum 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 recurvum subsp. recurvum is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial from the Plumbaginaceae family. It features deciduous to semi-evergreen foliage and produces prominent panicles of small flowers with durable, coloured tubular calyces and inconspicuous petals. This cultivar thrives in full sun on well-drained loam or sandy soils, tolerating a range of pH levels from acid to alkaline. Hardy to UK zone H7, it is suitable for coastal, cottage, gravel, and wildlife gardens, as well as flower borders and cut flower use, with interest in summer and autumn.
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 recurvum subsp. recurvum 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 recurvum subsp. recurvum
- 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 recurvum subsp. recurvum?
Limonium recurvum subsp. recurvum prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Limonium recurvum subsp. recurvum need?
Limonium recurvum subsp. recurvum grows best in loam and sand soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Limonium recurvum subsp. recurvum hardy in the UK?
Limonium recurvum subsp. recurvum 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 recurvum subsp. recurvum?
Seed, Division in spring.
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