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Plantago maritima

Also Known As

  • Coastal Plantain

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 6"
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 8a-11

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Plantago maritima plant details

Plantago maritima is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In summer green and tan flowers emerge. Attracts beneficial insects, birds and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Plantago maritima

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: plantaginaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 6 IN tall
Flowers: green and tan blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Plantago maritima

USDA Zones: 8a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: seaside / salt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This herbaceous perennial grows to about 6 inches tall and is an important plant for attracting caterpillars and butterflies to the garden. The young leaves have a delicious flavor to humans as well, and can be eaten raw or cooked, or as an acceptable addition to a mixed salad. The plant flowers June to August, and seeds ripen from August to September. Native to California and is also found elsewhere in North America and beyond. Host plant for many invertebrates Alaska Native Food (Winter Use Food) Found in short turf in salt marshes near the sea and by streams in mountains, usually in saline or wet soils. Communitites located in Coastal Salt Marsh, Coastal Strand, Wetland-riparian Between 0 and 492 feet.

Gardening facts about Plantago maritima plant

How to Grow Plantago maritima

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • seaside / salt tolerant

Features

  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • birds
    • butterflies
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • green
    • tan
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen

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