European Sea Rocket (Cakile Maritima) is a annual (occasionally short-lived perennial) herb in the Brassicaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 6-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Cakile maritima is a succulent annual or short-lived perennial plant native to coastal dunes and strandlines.

European Sea Rocket

European Sea Rocket

Cakile Maritima

Cakile maritima is a succulent annual or short-lived perennial plant native to coastal dunes and strandlines.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual (occasionally short-lived perennial)
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
6-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, gravelly, saline
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, erosion control, habitat

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for European Sea Rocket

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Brassicaceae
Genus:Cakile