Sea Pink,Thrift. Cushion-forming with linear leaves, bears rounded pink flowerheads on wiry stems. Max Height 40cm. Max Spread 40cm. Flowers May to July. Full sun. Hardy.
Armeria alliacea Formosa Hybrids
Cushion-forming with linear leaves, bears rounded pink flowerheads on wiry stems.
Category: Alpines
Additional information
Generic | Armeria |
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Species | alliacea |
Varietry | Formosa Hybrids |
Common Name | Sea Pink, Thrift |
Flower Colour | pink |
Soil | Poor |
Aspect | Full sun |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Height | 40cm |
Family | Plumbaginaceae |
Spread | 40cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Cushion-forming |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | May, July |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Well drained |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Hardy |
Planting | |
Care | |
Border | Rock garden |
Toxicity | |
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