Limonium sinuatum Caldo Sun Birds ('Zastacal'PBR) (Sun Birds Series) — Clump forming

Overview

Limonium sinuatum Caldo Sun Birds ('Zastacal'PBR) (Sun Birds Series) is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Limonium, part of the Plumbaginaceae family, with deciduous, semi evergreen foliage. Limonium sinuatum Caldo Sun Birds ('Zastacal'PBR) (Sun Birds Series) 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 sinuatum Caldo Sun Birds ('Zastacal' PBR) is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial in the Plumbaginaceae family. This cultivar features deciduous to semi-evergreen foliage and produces prominent panicles of small flowers with durable, coloured tubular calyces and inconspicuous petals. It thrives in full sun on well-drained loam or sandy soils across 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 for cut flowers and borders, with interest from summer through 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 sinuatum Caldo Sun Birds ('Zastacal'PBR) (Sun Birds Series) 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 sinuatum Caldo Sun Birds ('Zastacal'PBR) (Sun Birds Series)

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 sinuatum Caldo Sun Birds ('Zastacal'PBR) (Sun Birds Series)?

Limonium sinuatum Caldo Sun Birds ('Zastacal'PBR) (Sun Birds Series) prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.

What soil does Limonium sinuatum Caldo Sun Birds ('Zastacal'PBR) (Sun Birds Series) need?

Limonium sinuatum Caldo Sun Birds ('Zastacal'PBR) (Sun Birds Series) grows best in loam and sand soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.

Is Limonium sinuatum Caldo Sun Birds ('Zastacal'PBR) (Sun Birds Series) hardy in the UK?

Limonium sinuatum Caldo Sun Birds ('Zastacal'PBR) (Sun Birds Series) 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 sinuatum Caldo Sun Birds ('Zastacal'PBR) (Sun Birds Series)?

Seed, Division in spring.

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