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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
Alpine or rock plant - These plants prefer well drained soil and are generally dwarf in habit. - cushion-forming perennials.
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)
Soil Conditions - Fertile moist well-drained soil - will also tolerate less fertile soil. Good drainage is required.
Wildlife - Bee friendly