A clump-forming perennial with large, kidney-shaped, bristly, dark green leaves. Strong stems carry many branched panicles of white flowers. Max Height 2.5m. Max Spread 1.5m. Flowers April to July. Full sun. Hardy. Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser.
Crambe cordifolia
A clump-forming perennial with large, kidney-shaped, bristly, dark green leaves. Strong stems carry many branched panicles of white flowers.
Additional information
| Generic | Crambe |
|---|---|
| Species | cordifolia |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | white |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 2.5m |
| Family | Brassicaceae |
| Spread | 1.5m |
| Growth Speed | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Clump-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | April, July |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | Sheltered site |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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| Maintenance | |
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