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Heartleaf Seakale, Colewort

Crambe Cordifolia

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Overview

Heartleaf Seakale, or Crambe cordifolia, is a striking perennial boasting large, heart-shaped leaves. It reaches up to 6 feet in height and spreads around 4 feet wide. In early summer, airy clusters of tiny white blossoms form a frothy cloud above its foliage. This architectural plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil, providing a dramatic backdrop in borders. USDA zones 5 through 9 are ideal for optimal growth.

Sun FullWater Extra in Summer, HighZones 5–9Type PerennialClimate Temperate
Heartleaf Seakale, Colewort (Crambe Cordifolia) — In early summer, airy clusters of tiny white blossoms form a frothy cloud above its foliage
Heartleaf Seakale, Colewort (Crambe Cordifolia) — providing a rich backdrop for other plants.<br><br>Come early summerHeartleaf Seakale, Colewort (Crambe Cordifolia) — the Heartleaf Seakale sends up towering stalks topped with sprays of tiny white flowersHeartleaf Seakale, Colewort (Crambe Cordifolia) — heart-shaped leaves that form a lush basal clumpHeartleaf Seakale, Colewort (Crambe Cordifolia) — this plant offers both architectural form and textureHeartleaf Seakale, Colewort (Crambe Cordifolia) — deep green leaves are striking at the baseHeartleaf Seakale, Colewort (Crambe Cordifolia) — This architectural plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil, providing a dramatic backdrop in borders+9

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Extra in Summer, High
USDA zones
5–9

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Brassicaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Heartleaf Seakale, Colewort (Crambe Cordifolia) — In early summer, airy clusters of tiny white blossoms form a frothy cloud above its foliage
Heartleaf Seakale, Colewort (Crambe Cordifolia) — providing a rich backdrop for other plants.<br><br>Come early summer
Heartleaf Seakale, Colewort (Crambe Cordifolia) — the Heartleaf Seakale sends up towering stalks topped with sprays of tiny white flowers
Heartleaf Seakale, Colewort (Crambe Cordifolia) — heart-shaped leaves that form a lush basal clump
Heartleaf Seakale, Colewort (Crambe Cordifolia) — this plant offers both architectural form and texture
Heartleaf Seakale, Colewort (Crambe Cordifolia) — deep green leaves are striking at the base
Heartleaf Seakale, Colewort (Crambe Cordifolia) — This architectural plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil, providing a dramatic backdrop in borders
Heartleaf Seakale, Colewort (Crambe Cordifolia) — reaching up to 5 to 6 feet in height with a spread of approximately 2 to 4 feet
Heartleaf Seakale, Colewort (Crambe Cordifolia) — but on a much grander scale
Heartleaf Seakale, Colewort (Crambe Cordifolia) — It reaches up to 6 feet in height and spreads around 4 feet wide
Heartleaf Seakale, Colewort (Crambe Cordifolia) — USDA zones 5 through 9 are ideal for optimal growth
Heartleaf Seakale, Colewort (Crambe Cordifolia) — is a statuesque perennial that brings a dramatic presence to any garden
Heartleaf Seakale, Colewort (Crambe Cordifolia) — creating a frothy cloud of blossoms that resemble Baby's Breath (Gypsophila)
Heartleaf Seakale, Colewort (Crambe Cordifolia) — also known as Crambe cordifolia or Colewort
Heartleaf Seakale, Colewort (Crambe Cordifolia) — Heartleaf Seakale, or Crambe cordifolia, is a striking perennial boasting large, heart-shaped leaves
Crambe Cordifolia
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