Also known as Sea Lavender · 133 saves

Limonium

Limonium, the genus most gardeners know as sea lavender. We track 2 varieties; the ones most used by real gardeners.

2 varieties1 speciesZones 4–9Mostly full sun

The 2 most-saved Limonium varieties

Species of Limonium

Each one is a parent of the varieties above.

Track your Limonium in Sow

Save the Limonium you grow and get care reminders timed to your zone.

Limonium questions

How many types of Limonium are there?

The Sow catalog tracks 2 distinct Limonium varieties. The most popular — ranked by 133 real gardeners — are shown first above.

What zones does Limonium grow in?

Across its varieties, Limonium covers USDA Zones 4–9. Individual varieties differ — each plant page lists its exact range, and Sow filters the catalog to your zone automatically.

When does Limonium bloom?

Most Limonium varieties bloom in mid to late summer, late summer. Staggering early, mid, and late varieties extends the genus's season in one bed.

Which Limonium should I choose?

Start from the most-saved varieties above — popularity across thousands of gardens is a strong signal of reliability — then filter by your zone and sun. In the Sow app you can preview any of them in a photo of your actual yard before you buy.

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