Botanical Name: Armeria alliacea
Common Name: Plantain thrift; Jersey thrift Type of Plant: dicot: perennial Character Habit of Growth: Overall Shape clumping rosette of upright stiff foliage and pink flowers which are held well above the foliage; stays low and compact Height 6 to 8' Spread up to 2' Growth Rate moderate Environment: Exposure outdoors; full sun preferred Soil good drainage is essential Hardiness hardy; Zones 1-9 14-24 Morphology: Leaves narrowly elliptical to linear, medium green to 4" long set in dense clumps or rosettes; foliage is upright and large compared to A. maritima Flowers round clusters to 1" across; flowers range from intense pink to light lavender; round clusters held high above foliage Fruit 1/4" diameter berry; begins white and turns blue Propagation: seed, division Usage: excellent rock garden plant valued for compact form and pink flowers; good in containers, small scale landscapes, seaside gardens, and dry garden beds Landscape Care: Watering drought tolerant once established; does not tolerate overwatering; be cautious in heavy soils and moist climates Fertilizing none required Pruning dead head old flowers as needed Pests/Diseases root rot where drainage is poor Special Conditions/Other variety ‘Leucantha’ has white flowers Origin: Southern Portugal and Spain Family:Plumbaginaceae Notes: |
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