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Sea Thrift

Armeria Maritima 'Splendens Pink'

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Overview

Armeria maritima 'Splendens Pink', commonly called Splendens Pink Sea Thrift, is a compact, evergreen perennial. It forms low, dense mounds of grass-like foliage, about 6-8 inches high with a similar spread. Spring and summer bring globular clusters of vibrant pink flowers atop 10-12 inch stems, attracting butterflies. Ideal for rock gardens and borders, it thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, and tolerates coastal conditions. USDA zones 4-8.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 3–8Type Ground cover, PerennialClimate Mediterranean, Temperate
Sea Thrift (Armeria Maritima 'Splendens Pink') — ground cover / perennial with pink and purple blooms
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Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
3–8

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Ground cover, Perennial
Family
Plumbaginaceae
Climate
Mediterranean, Temperate

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Sea Thrift (Armeria Maritima 'Splendens Pink') — ground cover / perennial with pink and purple blooms
Sea Thrift (Armeria Maritima 'Splendens Pink') — It forms low, dense mounds of grass-like foliage, about 6-8 inches high with a similar spread
Sea Thrift (Armeria Maritima 'Splendens Pink') — Spring and summer bring globular clusters of vibrant pink flowers atop 10-12 inch stems; and is resilient to
Sea Thrift (Armeria Maritima 'Splendens Pink') — Ideal for rock gardens and borders; spring and summer bring globular clusters of vibrant pink flowers atop
Sea Thrift (Armeria Maritima 'Splendens Pink') — This cultivar is recognized for its tight
Sea Thrift (Armeria Maritima 'Splendens Pink') — Its modest size and sturdy nature allow for versatile use in rock gardens
Sea Thrift (Armeria Maritima 'Splendens Pink') — Ideal for rock gardens and borders
Sea Thrift (Armeria Maritima 'Splendens Pink') — and tolerates coastal conditions
Sea Thrift (Armeria Maritima 'Splendens Pink') — ground cover / perennial for full or half
Sea Thrift (Armeria Maritima 'Splendens Pink') — it thrives in full sun and well-drained soil; low-growing evergreen clumps that typically reach a height of 6
Sea Thrift (Armeria Maritima 'Splendens Pink') — it thrives in full sun and well-drained soil
Sea Thrift (Armeria Maritima 'Splendens Pink') — Spring and summer bring globular clusters of vibrant pink flowers atop 10-12 inch stems
Sea Thrift (Armeria Maritima 'Splendens Pink') — Splendens Pink becomes a focal point as it produces numerous spherical flower heads
Sea Thrift (Armeria Maritima 'Splendens Pink') — ensuring a delightful and fuss-free addition to any residential or commercial landscape
Sea Thrift (Armeria Maritima 'Splendens Pink') — drought-resistant once established
Sea Thrift (Armeria Maritima 'Splendens Pink') — commonly called Splendens Pink Sea Thrift; ideal for rock gardens and borders
Sea Thrift (Armeria Maritima 'Splendens Pink') — the Splendens Pink Sea Thrift is low maintenance
Sea Thrift (Armeria Maritima 'Splendens Pink') — is a charming and hardy perennial that offers a delightful splash of color to any landscape design
Sea Thrift (Armeria Maritima 'Splendens Pink') — this plant thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil
Sea Thrift (Armeria Maritima 'Splendens Pink') — low-growing evergreen clumps that typically reach a height of 6 to 8 inches with an equal spread
Sea Thrift (Armeria Maritima 'Splendens Pink') — These blooms are perched atop sturdy leafless stems that stand approximately 6 to 12 inches tall
Sea Thrift (Armeria Maritima 'Splendens Pink') — It forms low, dense mounds of grass-like foliage, about 6-8 inches high with a similar spread; splendens Pink
Sea Thrift (Armeria Maritima 'Splendens Pink') — It is highly salt tolerant, making it an ideal choice for coastal areas
Sea Thrift (Armeria Maritima 'Splendens Pink') — pink and purple flowers in the garden
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