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ARMERIA
Commonly known as Sea pink, Thrift
All Flower MAY-JUL
Genus of about 80 species of hummocky or cushion-forming evergreens.
The well-known sea pink, or thrift as depicted on the 1937 10-sided threepenny bit, treasured as a memory of coastal holidays.
Distributed widely on sea cliffs and in mountainous areas.
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Evergreen
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Alpine or rock plant - These plants prefer well drained soil and are generally dwarf in habit. - cushion-forming perennials.
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Full sun -
Additional Features - Good to know - - good for rock gardens, troughs or for the front of a border. -
Pests & Diseases - under glass - red spider mites, aphids. -
Place of origin - Turkey, Europe, northern Africa. North and South America. -
Garden Location/Conditions - Rockery (inc alpine) -
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Soil Conditions - Fertile moist well-drained soil - - will also tolerate less fertile soil. Good drainage is required.
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Wildlife - Bee friendly -
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Fertilisers & Feeds - Vitax
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