Sea Kale
Sea Kale
Crambe maritima
Crambe maritima
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- Perfect for coastal gardens thanks to its salt tolerance.
- Provides structure with large, striking leaves.
- Attracts bees and butterflies for greater biodiversity.
- Fully suitable as a spring and summer bloomer.
- Enjoy flavorful edible shoots and low maintenance.
Crambe maritima Sea Kale is a hardy, ocean-loving plant with sturdy stems and peppery leaves. Sea Kale thrives in sun and well-drained soil, offering a resilient bite and robust growth for your garden. Salt-tolerant and hardy, it makes a dependable addition to an edible plot.
Its vigorous habit produces large rosettes and edible shoots as it matures, ideal for home cooks seeking fresh greens. The foliage offers a unique texture and flavor that shines in a variety of dishes. Vigorous and edible greens set this plant apart.
Add Sea Kale to your plot for a distinctive, seasonal harvest with broad culinary possibilities. A standout for gardeners who want a reliable, nutrient-rich source of greens. Versatile and flavorful.
Care and Watering
Sea kale (Crambe maritima) needs full sun and well‑drained soil. Water regularly after planting, keep the soil evenly moist but not waterlogged; once established, it tolerates drought but benefits from deep soak during dry spells.
Maintenance
Remove spent flower stalks and damaged leaves, mulch to retain moisture, and monitor for aphids or pests. Light pruning after harvest keeps the plant tidy and encourages new growth.
Location and Tips
Choose a sunny, sheltered coastal bed with sandy or loamy soil. Feed lightly in spring, avoid heavy clay, and protect from strong winds. Tip: stagger planting for a longer harvest and allow some flowering stems for seed.
Crambe maritima (sea kale) brings a taut, sculptural look with striking leaves and silvery-green tones. The broad leaves form a graphic base that enhances any border design.
As a spring-flowering plant and a butterfly- and bee-friendly plant, it adds subtle flowering and ecological value, ideal for those seeking structural and attractive garden accents.
| Flowering months | |
|---|---|
| Density per m2 | 3 a 5 |
| Standing | Full sun |
| Properties | Cut flower., Fragrant., Deciduous. |
| Flower color | White |
| Leaf color | Grey |
Delivery costs
| BE € 4,95 | NL € 5,95 |
| DE € 6,95 | FR € 9,95 |
| AT € 14,95 | DK € 16,95 |
| IT € 16,95 | ES € 19,95 |
| SK € 19,95 | CZ € 19,95 |
| SE € 20,95 | IE € 20,95 |
| LU € 20,95 |
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