Water
Water regularly, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Erysimum ammophilum prefers well-draining soil and is susceptible to root rot if overwatered, especially during winter months.
Reduce watering in cooler periods.
Sand-loving Wallflower (Erysimum ammophilum) is a low-growing, perennial herb native to coastal dunes, producing fragrant yellow to orange flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full sun
100% intensity
Requires at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal flowering.
Allow soil to dry between waterings
50% intensity
Prefers well-draining soil; avoid waterlogging.
Sandy, Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate to warm
50% intensity
Prefers temperatures between 15-25°C; can tolerate some frost but protect from severe cold.
Light feeding
25% intensity
Feed with a balanced, diluted liquid fertilizer during the growing season only.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Erysimum ammophilum prefers well-draining soil and is susceptible to root rot if overwatered, especially during winter months.
Reduce watering in cooler periods.
Deadhead spent flowers regularly to encourage more blooms and maintain a tidy appearance. Lightly trim back leggy stems in late spring or early summer after the main flowering period to promote bushier growth and prevent woody development.
Propagate from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer. Root cuttings in a well-draining compost mix in a warm, humid environment.
Alternatively, sow seeds in spring, although this may result in less predictable flowering characteristics.
Repot young plants annually in spring into a slightly larger pot with fresh, well-draining compost. Mature plants benefit from repotting every two to three years to refresh the soil and prevent root-bound conditions.
Ensure good drainage.
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Brassicales |
| Family | Brassicaceae |
| Genus | Erysimum |
| Species | Erysimum ammophilum |
Similar in genus Erysimum
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