<i>Armeria maritima</i> ‘Splendens’ | Sea Thrift
DESCRIPTION
Armeria maritima 'Splendens' is a delightful perennial plant cherished for its compact size and vibrant, globe-shaped flower clusters. Native to coastal regions of Europe, including the British Isles, this evergreen species features vivid pink flowers that bloom from late spring through early summer. The plant forms dense, grass-like tufts of dark green, linear leaves, creating a neat and tidy appearance. Flower stems rise above the foliage, bearing spherical heads composed of numerous tiny, densely packed flowers, adding a delightful splash of color to garden borders, rockeries, and containers. 'Splendens' thrives in well-drained, sandy soils and prefers full sun to partial shade. It is remarkably tolerant of salt spray, making it an excellent choice for coastal gardens. This plant requires minimal maintenance, benefiting from occasional deadheading to prolong flowering. Additionally, it is drought tolerant once established, making it a resilient and reliable choice for low-maintenance landscapes.
DESCRIPTION
Armeria maritima 'Splendens' is a delightful perennial plant cherished for its compact size and vibrant, globe-shaped flower clusters. Native to coastal regions of Europe, including the British Isles, this evergreen species features vivid pink flowers that bloom from late spring through early summer. The plant forms dense, grass-like tufts of dark green, linear leaves, creating a neat and tidy appearance. Flower stems rise above the foliage, bearing spherical heads composed of numerous tiny, densely packed flowers, adding a delightful splash of color to garden borders, rockeries, and containers. 'Splendens' thrives in well-drained, sandy soils and prefers full sun to partial shade. It is remarkably tolerant of salt spray, making it an excellent choice for coastal gardens. This plant requires minimal maintenance, benefiting from occasional deadheading to prolong flowering. Additionally, it is drought tolerant once established, making it a resilient and reliable choice for low-maintenance landscapes.
DESCRIPTION
Armeria maritima 'Splendens' is a delightful perennial plant cherished for its compact size and vibrant, globe-shaped flower clusters. Native to coastal regions of Europe, including the British Isles, this evergreen species features vivid pink flowers that bloom from late spring through early summer. The plant forms dense, grass-like tufts of dark green, linear leaves, creating a neat and tidy appearance. Flower stems rise above the foliage, bearing spherical heads composed of numerous tiny, densely packed flowers, adding a delightful splash of color to garden borders, rockeries, and containers. 'Splendens' thrives in well-drained, sandy soils and prefers full sun to partial shade. It is remarkably tolerant of salt spray, making it an excellent choice for coastal gardens. This plant requires minimal maintenance, benefiting from occasional deadheading to prolong flowering. Additionally, it is drought tolerant once established, making it a resilient and reliable choice for low-maintenance landscapes.
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Family: Plumbaginaceae
Height: 6-8 inches
Width: 8-12 inches
Foliage Color: Dark green
Flower Color: Vivid pink
Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer
Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Water Requirements: Moderate; prefers well-drained soil
Maintenance: Low; deadheading after flowering can promote re-blooming
Growing Zone: USDA zones 4-8
Wildlife Attractors: Attracts bees and butterflies; deer resistant
