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Exposurefull sun
Waterlow
Typeperennial
Distribution
Mertensia maritima
Oyster Leaf Oyster Plant
Flower Colors
Description
A spreading, prostrate perennial with fleshy, blue-grey-green leaves, up to 10cm long, and branched clusters of bright blue, bell-shaped flowers opening from pink buds in early summer
Mature Height
10m
Mature Spread
0.5m
Plant Characteristics
Foliage
Deciduous
Growth Habit
Cascading
Growth Speed
Very Fast · 2.9 m/yr
Soil Texture
Sand
Soil pH
AcidAlkalineNeutral
Soil Moisture
Well-drained
Hardiness (RHS)
H7
Flowering Season
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Key Features
Drought resistantCoastalCottage and informal gardenGravel gardenPatio and container plants
Available Variants
| Container Size | Details | Price |
|---|---|---|
| VS7769J | €7.91 |
All prices include VAT. Availability may vary by season.