Limonium latifolium, also known as Sea Lavender or Statice, is a hardy perennial valued for its airy clouds of tiny lavender blue flowers on wiry stems. Its long lasting blooms and tolerance for dry soils make it a favorite in borders and floral arrangements.
Height & Spread: 24 - 36 in x 18 - 24 in
Bloom Time: Midsummer to early fall
Light Requirements: Full sun
Soil Preference: Prefers well drained, sandy or loamy soil; tolerant of poor and dry conditions
Watering Needs: Low once established; drought tolerant
Deer Resistance: High
Native Status
Not native to North America. Limonium latifolium is native to coastal regions of Europe and western Asia and is widely cultivated for its ornamental value.
Wildlife & Insects
Butterflies
- Attracts butterflies like Painted Ladies and Common Buckeyes that seek its plentiful nectar in midsummer.
Bees
- Visited by native sweat bees and honeybees that forage on its numerous tiny florets.
Beneficial Insects
- Draws in parasitic wasps and hoverflies which help control garden pests and benefit from nectar resources.
Spacing & Landscape Use
Spacing Recommendations
- Space 18 - 24 in apart to allow for airflow and the natural arching form of flowering stems.
Landscape Placement
- Ideal for sunny borders, rock gardens, coastal landscapes, and as a cut flower in both fresh and dried arrangements.
Companion Plants
- Lavandula angustifolia (English Lavender) - Shares similar soil and light preferences, adding fragrance and cool toned contrast.
- Coreopsis verticillata (Threadleaf Coreopsis) - Offers bright yellow flowers and fine foliage that complement Limonium’s ethereal blooms.
- Perovskia atriplicifolia (Russian Sage) - Tall, airy spires provide a harmonious texture and drought tolerant pairing.
- Eryngium planum (Blue Sea Holly) - Bold structural blooms and steely blue hues highlight the delicate form of Sea Lavender.
- Achillea millefolium (Yarrow) - Tough and pollinator friendly, Yarrow adds layered texture and color diversity to dry gardens.