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Sea Sandwort

Honckenya peploides, Caryophyllaceae

Zones
3–8
Layer
Ground Cover
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

ProducerGround CoverDynamic AccumulatorBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

6.5 – 8.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Sea fennelCrithmum maritimum
Wind ProtectionNutrient Accumulation
English ScurvygrassCochlearia anglica
Nurse PlantWind Protection
English StonecropSedum anglicum
Nurse PlantWind Protection

Antagonistic Plants

Sea CampionSilene uniflora

Both coastal plants compete for limited nutrients and space in sandy, saline soils

Uses

Functions

Dune StabilizationSalt ToleranceCoastal RestorationSand Binding

Edible Parts

LeavesStems

Medicinal Uses

Scurvy PreventionVitamin C Source

Common Questions

What zones does Sea Sandwort grow in?

Sea Sandwort grows in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 8.

What are good companion plants for Sea Sandwort?

Good companions for Sea Sandwort include Sea fennel, English Scurvygrass, English Stonecrop.

Design guilds with Sea Sandwort and see companion relationships visually.

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