Thrift, Sea Pinks

Armeria maritima

Perennials

Description

Pom-pom flowers of pink, lavender or white hover above sturdy evergreen tufts of grassy foliage. This perennial favorite is perfect for edging, borders or rock gardens. Dead-head after first flush to encourage reblooming. Thrives in full sun or part shade. Needs well-draining soil. Very drought tolerant once established and does well with secondary water.


Botanical Name
Armeria maritima
Height
8-10"
Width
12-18"
Sun Exposure
Full Sun Partial Sun Filtered Sun Afternoon Shade
Soil Type
Alkaline
Bloom Time
Spring Early Summer Mid Summer Late Summer
Bloom Colors
Pink Lavender White
Zones
Zone 3 Zone 3B Zone 4 Zone 4A Zone 4B Zone 5 Zone 5B Zone 6 Zone 7
Foliage Colors
Light Green
Water Requirements
Low Secondary Culinary

Tags

Medium Growing Salt Tolerant Drought Tolerant Bees Butterflies Hummingbirds Flip Your Strip Easy Care Good for Paths Container Growing