Species American Sea Rocket

American Sea Rocket

Cakile edentula subsp. edentula var. lacustris

American Sea Rocket is a native species of flowering plant found across the eastern North America seashores. Growing 1-3 feet tall, it has a woody stem and oblong fleshy leaves. Its white to pink flowers bloom from April to September, and its fruits are flat and dark brown. This short-lived perennial is very easy to grow in sand or loam and requires minimal maintenance. It grows best in full sunlight and moist soil and is commonly used for erosion control. American Sea Rocket is also a great source of food and shelter for wildlife.

Watering:

Frequent

Propagation:

Seed Propagation,Division,Cutting,Layering Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

Sun:

full sun,part shade

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

American Sea Rocket should be watered deeply and regularly to ensure optimal health. It can be watered once or twice per week, depending on the temperature and humidity. For summer watering, it should be watered deeply to a depth of 6-8 inches. The soil should be allowed to dry out somewhat in between waterings. For spring and fall, when temperatures and humidity are lower, a light watering once or twice per week should suffice. In the winter, watering is not necessary as the plant goes dormant.

sunlight

American Sea Rocket prefers areas exposed to full sun for most of the day. It ideally needs at least 6 hours of sunlight per day in order to flourish. During summer months, the sea rocket will appreciate up to 8-10 hours of sunlight when possible. It is important to be aware that some heat may be beneficial to the plant, although it shouldn’t be in direct, harsh sun during the hottest period of the day (10 am to 4 pm).

pruning

American Sea Rocket should be pruned once or twice a year in the spring and summer. Pruning should remove any dead or damaged branches or stems and thin out the appearance of the plant. This form of pruning will help promote healthier, fuller growth and improve the overall appearance. After pruning, it is important to fertilize the plant to promote healthy growth. Prune selectively so that the plant does not become excessively thin and reduce its vigor. Pruning should be done carefully and not too aggressively. To ensure the plant's health, pruning should be done with sharp, clean tools and the leaves should be pruned before the flowers appear.