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ARMERIA maritima 'Splendens'

Commonly known as Sea pink, Thrift

Deep pink

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Herbaceous Plants - Video Collection

individually £9.00 each, 3+ £8.00 each

Normally 3 - 5 days

1 to 1.5 Litre - Early in the year, typically January til end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch

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Evergreen - dense, dark-green, needle-like leaves.
Shades of pink - All shades of pink through to Carmine (red) - deep pink
Height - 20cm (8in)
Spread - 30cm (12in)
Alpine or rock plant - These plants prefer well drained soil and are generally dwarf in habit.
Herbaceous - Early in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch. - variable clump-forming perennial with compact clusters of flowers on stiff, erect stems
Hardy - cold winter - Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F)
Full sun
Additional Features - Good to know - wildlife plant - insects.
Pests & Diseases - none if grown outside. Red spider mites, aphids, under glass.
Place of origin - mountain and coastal areas of the northern hemisphere.
Garden Location/Conditions - Coastal / windswept
Rockery (inc alpine)
Hardiness - Fully hardy
Seasonal Interest - Spring
Summer
Soil Conditions - Well drained, dry, poor to moderately fertile soil
Wildlife - Bee friendly