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Plantago maritima
Seaside plantain
This 6” tall species is newer to Blue Stem and one of our personal favorites. Not one you’ll normally find at any garden centers, except for Blue Stem! Great in a dry, tough, salty area with a lot of sun. Often found in rock crevices in coastal areas on the shore. That doesn’t mean this species needs the beach to survive, dry depleted soils will generally do the trick.
Always do your own research first, but the leaves and seeds can be eaten raw or cooked. It’s reported the leaves have good umami.
Plants can be purchased in-person or online (with in-person pick-up).
All online orders will be ready for pick-up 24-72 hours after purchase. You will receive an email to let you know when your order is ready. We kindly ask that you pick-up any orders within one week of purchase.
photo by Sacré Marmotte
Plantago maritima (seaside plantain)
type: Perennial sun needs: Full to part sun water needs: Dry to average height: 6" plant spacing: 1/sq ft bloom time: May, June, July, August, September bloom color: green/brown Edible parts: leaves and seeds can be eaten raw or cooked.
*Always do your own research before comsuming an unknown plant.salt tolerant. Some salt exposure should not be fatal to the plant but some leaf burning may still occur. Deer resistant (please note that does not mean deer proof)
