Description
(Armeria maritima Pink Thrift)
SPECIAL QUALITIES
A delightful and compact perennial that is ideal for rockeries, perennial borders and pots.
FLOWERS
Rounded heads of bright pink flowers on short stems from mid spring to late summer.
POSITION & USES
Plant as a border to a cottage garden or even the veggie patch, scattered through rockery beds or in patio pots and window boxes.
CULTIVATION
Remove spent flower heads and divide clumps every few years or as needed.
FERTILISING
Regular applications of Seasol and Power Feed from spring to late autumn will keep it looking its best and growing well.
WATER RATING
- Red can = Little water in hot, dry weather.
- Green can = Deep watering every few weeks in hot, dry weather.
- Blue can = Deep watering weekly in hot, dry weather.
Codes are a guide only and watering requirements will be affected by soil type, competition, mulching, wind and many other factors. Try to group plants with the same code in the one bed.
CAUTION: May be harmful if eaten.
Herb Attributes
Plants Needed per Square Metre | 12 |
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Habit | A tufting and compact shrub with a mat of fine, dark green foliage. |
Position | Full Sun to Part Shade, Moderate Frost |
Height | 15CM |
Width | 20CM |