Common plantain
Plantago major
Common plantain is an extremely hardy perennial herb that thrives with minimal care in most soil conditions. It tolerates foot traffic well and self-seeds readily, making it ideal for naturalized areas or edible landscapes. This medicinal plant requires little maintenance once established and attracts beneficial pollinators.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
24″ – 60″
Soil
sandy loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
8″
Flowers
purple
Watering Schedule
Weekly Or As Needed • Moderate Watering, Tolerates Both Moist And Dry Conditions
Soil pH
4.8 – 7.3
Temperature
-30° – 95°F
Mature Spread
up to 16″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Aug 3, 2022 by Cahit Doğan (cc-by-sa)
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