Perennial
Sea Lavender
Limonium
Monrovia® varieties
Varieties We Carry
LakeLimoniumMonroviaSalt LakeLimoniumMonrovia
Sizes & Pricing
#1MonroviaFrom$19.95
#2MonroviaFrom$39.95
Fresh this week. Last restocked Jun 15.
LightFull Sun
WaterLow
Mature size12-24 inches × 12-18 inches
About Sea Lavender
Sea Lavender (Limonium spp.) is a genus of coastal and salt marsh perennials found across the world's temperate and Mediterranean regions, producing airy, branching sprays of tiny papery flowers in shades of lavender, purple, white, pink, and yellow above basal rosettes of leathery leaves. The delicate, everlasting flower clusters dry naturally on the plant and retain their color indefinitely, making sea lavender one of the most popular plants for dried flower arrangements. It is highly tolerant of salty conditions and coastal exposures. Starting at $19.95.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring, Summer
- Flower Color
- White, Purple, Blue
- Growth Rate
- Moderate
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Soil
- Sandy, Alkaline, Well-drained
Best planting months
Recommended forZone 9b · St. Augustine, FL
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Seasonal care
Bloom season. Good planting window.
Bloom season. Handles summer heat well once established.
Ideal planting window.
Retains foliage through winter.
Care essentials
Light
Sea lavender requires full sun — at least 6 hours daily. In NE Florida it performs best in open coastal gardens with good air circulation. Shade reduces flowering and increases disease susceptibility.
Water
Low water needs once established; sea lavender is drought and salt tolerant. In NE Florida's sandy soils, water only during establishment and extended dry periods. Avoid overwatering or wet feet, which promote crown rot in humid conditions.
Soil & Fertilizer
Thrives in sandy, well-drained, infertile soils — avoid rich organic amendments or clay that retains moisture. Minimal fertilization is appropriate; heavy feeding encourages lush growth prone to rot. NE Florida's coastal sandy soil is ideal.
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Common questions
Is Sea Lavender a good plant for St. Augustine?
Sea Lavender is a perennial for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 12-24 inches × 12-18 inches.
Care information verified from
Last reviewed February 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.