CRAMBE maritima
Medium
Sun
White
Well drained soil
Summer
Pollinator friendly
Description
Crambe maritima
Height x Spread: 60cm x 60cm
Commonly known as Sea Kale or Sea Cabbage, Crambe maritima has sweetly scented white flowers held on stout flower stems during the summer. This tough clump-forming perennial has large grey/green lobed leaves, with a wavy margin.
Ideal for seaside gardens or well-drained borders in coastal locations, this salt tolerant perennial performs best when planted in full sun. It can be used for wildlife sites and cut-flower borders.
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