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Sea Lavender

Limonium Perezii

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Overview

Sea Lavender, Limonium perezii, is a robust perennial showcasing clusters of purple flowers atop 18-inch tall stems, with a spread of 2-3 feet. Its evergreen foliage provides year-round interest. Thriving in USDA zones 9-11, it requires full sun and well-drained soil. Tolerant of salt and drought, it's ideal for coastal landscapes. Its low maintenance and long-lasting blooms, from summer to fall, make it perfect for cut flower arrangements and border plantings.

Sun Full, HalfWater LowZones 9–10Type Perennial, ShrubClimate Mediterranean
Sea Lavender (Limonium Perezii) — Its evergreen foliage provides year-round interest

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
USDA zones
9–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Perennial, Shrub
Family
Plumbaginaceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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Sea Lavender (Limonium Perezii) — requiring at least 6 hours of direct light per day; such as bees and butterflies, image 122
Sea Lavender (Limonium Perezii) — is a robust perennial showcasing clusters of purple flowers atop 18-inch tall stems; thriving in USDA zones 9-11, image 73
Sea Lavender (Limonium Perezii) — providing a compact yet full appearance in your garden.<br><br>Featuring leathery; title: Limonium perezii (Sea, image 89
Sea Lavender (Limonium Perezii) — Its low maintenance and long-lasting blooms; its evergreen foliage provides year-round interest, image 114
Sea Lavender (Limonium Perezii) — These vibrant panicles add a pop of color to any design and attract a variety of pollinators; make it perfect for cut flower
Sea Lavender (Limonium Perezii) — Thriving in USDA zones 9-11, it requires full sun and well-drained soil; limonium perezii requires well-draining, image 112
Sea Lavender (Limonium Perezii) — spoon-shaped green leaves; this plant reaches a modest height of about 18 to 24 inches
Sea Lavender (Limonium Perezii) — ensures a burst of color with minimal upkeep
Sea Lavender (Limonium Perezii) — Its evergreen foliage provides year-round interest; spoon-shaped green leaves, image 147
Sea Lavender (Limonium Perezii) — Title: Limonium perezii (Sea Lavender)<br><br>Description:<br><br>Limonium perezii; providing a compact yet full, image 116
Sea Lavender (Limonium Perezii) — commonly known as Sea Lavender; enhancing the biodiversity of the landscape.<br><br>Adapted to arid environments, image 153
Sea Lavender (Limonium Perezii) — Native to the Canary Islands; commonly known as Sea Lavender, image 120
Sea Lavender (Limonium Perezii) — perennial / shrub with purple blooms; and can withstand drought conditions once established
Sea Lavender (Limonium Perezii) — after which minimal maintenance is necessary; sea Lavender thrives in USDA hardiness zones 8 through 11 and, image 136
Sea Lavender (Limonium Perezii) — Native to the Canary Islands; commonly known as Sea Lavender, image 84
Sea Lavender (Limonium Perezii) — whether as edge plantings
Sea Lavender (Limonium Perezii) — perennial / shrub for full or half; it's a splendid choice for gardeners seeking long-lasting, low-maintenance, image 108
Sea Lavender (Limonium Perezii) — Each stem is crowned by clusters of tiny violet to purple flowers; one notable benefit is its resistance to both, image 92
Sea Lavender (Limonium Perezii) — after which minimal maintenance is necessary; sea Lavender thrives in USDA hardiness zones 8 through 11 and, image 100
Sea Lavender (Limonium Perezii) — prized for its striking blooms and resilience in coastal conditions; with a spread of 2-3 feet
Sea Lavender (Limonium Perezii) — purple flowers in the garden; sea Lavender forms an attractive rosette at the base
Sea Lavender (Limonium Perezii) — requiring at least 6 hours of direct light per day; such as bees and butterflies, image 158
Sea Lavender (Limonium Perezii) — enhancing the biodiversity of the landscape.<br><br>Adapted to arid environments; with blooms most prolific from mid-summer
Sea Lavender (Limonium Perezii) — is a robust and versatile perennial; or as part of a drought-tolerant scheme, image 82
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