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Iva frutescens

Maritime marsh-elder

 

Iva frutescens, maritime marsh-elder, is a small that produces tiny, inconspicuous greenish-white flowers in late summer and early fall, and reaches a maximum height of about 4 feet.

 

Maritime marsh-elder prefers full sun and thrives in a variety of soil types, including sandy, loamy, and clay.

 

It provides food and habitat for caterpillars, butterflies, and ground-nesting birds. This plant also serves as a host plant for the larvae of numerous moth species, including the saltmarsh moth and the goldenrod hooded owlet.

 

Plants can be purchased in-person or online (with in-person pick-up). All online orders will be ready for pick-up 24-72 hours after purchase. You will receive an email to let you know when your order is ready. We kindly ask that you pick-up any orders within one week of purchase. 

 

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Iva frutescens (maritime marsh-elder)

$16.00Price

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