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Thrift or Sea Pink
Armeria maritima

Plumbaginaceae

Narrow,stiff clump of grass-like leaves; small flowers in globular heads.

Plant Form or Habit: rounded

Plant Type: perennial

Plant Use: beds & borders container plantings

Propagation: division

Light Requirement: medium

Flower Color: white, pink, rose red

Blooming Period: spring summer fall

Height: 3 - 4"

Width: 12""

Foliage Texture: fine

Heat Tolerance: medium

Water Requirements: low

Additional Comments: Needs fast drainage; shear flowers after bloom; use a slow fertilizer once a season; prefers dry infertile soil.

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