Overview
Linaria supina subsp. maritima is a bushy herbaceous perennial in the genus Linaria, part of the Plantaginaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Linaria supina subsp. maritima grows best in full sun, and tolerates sand soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, coastal, cottage and informal garden, wildlife gardens, flower borders and beds and underplanting of roses and shrubs.
About
Linaria supina subsp. maritima is a bushy, deciduous cultivar within the Linaria genus, known for its simple foliage and distinctive two-lipped flowers with prominent spurs. It thrives in full sun on south-facing, exposed or sheltered sites, preferring well-drained sandy soils of varying pH. Hardy to UK zone H6, it is suitable for a range of garden settings including city and courtyard gardens, coastal areas, cottage and informal gardens, wildlife gardens, flower borders, and as underplanting for roses and shrubs. This cultivar is best grown in fertile, moist soil and flowers from summer into autumn.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Linaria
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Linaria supina subsp. maritima size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- City and courtyard gardens, Coastal, Cottage and informal garden, Wildlife gardens, Flower borders and beds, Underplanting of roses and shrubs
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Linaria supina subsp. maritima
- Propagation
- Seed in pots in a cold frame in early spring; division or softwood cuttings in spring
- Pest resistance
- May be susceptible to aphids
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to powdery mildews
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Linaria supina subsp. maritima?
Linaria supina subsp. maritima prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Linaria supina subsp. maritima need?
Linaria supina subsp. maritima grows best in sand soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Linaria supina subsp. maritima hardy in the UK?
Linaria supina subsp. maritima has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Linaria supina subsp. maritima?
Seed in pots in a cold frame in early spring; division or softwood cuttings in spring.
More in the Linaria genus
- Linaria aeruginea 'Aureopurpurea'
- Linaria aeruginea subsp. nevadensis 'Gemstones'
- Linaria anticaria
- Linaria anticaria 'Antique Silver'
- Linaria munbyana
- Linaria pelisserianaJersey toadflax
- Linaria purpurea
- Linaria reticulata 'Red Velvet'
