Limonium Axillare (Sea Lavender – قطف)

Limonium Axillare, commonly known as Sea Lavender or قطف in Arabic, is a salt-tolerant perennial shrub native to the coastal regions of the Arabian Peninsula and other arid zones. It features silvery-green foliage and clusters of delicate, papery lavender to white flowers, which bloom throughout much of the year. Limonium Axillare is well adapted to saline and sandy soils, making it an excellent choice for coastal landscaping and ornamental gardens in the UAE.

Benefits of Limonium Axillare

• Highly salt-tolerant; ideal for coastal and saline environments
• Produces long-lasting, attractive lavender-white blooms
• Low-maintenance plant suitable for xeriscaping
• Helps stabilize sandy soils along coastlines
• Supports pollinators and enhances biodiversity

Care Tips for Limonium Axillare

• Light: Requires full sun for best flowering
• Watering: Minimal; water sparingly once established
• Soil: Prefers sandy or saline, well-draining soils
• Pruning: Light pruning to remove old flower stalks
• Fertilizer: Not necessary; thrives in poor, coastal soils