Ribwort Plantain (Plantago lanceolata) plants
Price range: £1.25 through £3.95
Ribwort plantain (Plantago lanceolata) is found across a wide range of habitats, such as meadows, upland grasslands, rocky ledges, sand dunes and cliffs, as well as gardens and roadsides. The spear-shaped flower heads are distinctive, and provide a good source of food for birds in the winter. Throughout the year, it is a good attractant of small butterflies, moths and hoverflies.
Were famous “draw” herbs that historical country folk placed instantly onto insect stings, cuts, and scrapes to reduce swelling.
Our Ribwort Plantain plants for sale are priced per plant. For orders over 500 plants please contact us.
All our plants are native British wildflowers grown in Peat-free compost in our sustainable nursery.
| Common Name | Ribwort Plantain |
|---|---|
| Annual, Perennial or Biennial | Perennial |
| Latin Name | Plantago Lanceolata |
| Height | up to 45cm |
| Flowering Time | June – August |
| Colour | Brown With White Stamens |
| Management | Ribwort Plantain grows best in dry to moist, well-drained soil and full sunlight. It is relatively resistant to drought and to trampling, but not to waterlogging. |
| Fact Sheet Included | Yes |
| Size | 65cc, 99cc, 9cm pot |
