Morning Star Deep Rose Armeria Maritima thrift
Armeria maritima 'Morning Star Deep Rose Armeria Maritima'
USDA zones4 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds dry soil
Size8 to 12 inches tall6 to 10 inches wide
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, clay, chalk
- Soil pH
- Acid, alkaline, neutral
Garden uses
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Notes
'Morning Star Deep Rose Armeria Maritima' thrift (Armeria maritima 'Morning Star Deep Rose Armeria Maritima') is a perennial for borders, ground cover, containers, and cottage gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 4, or down to -30°F (-34°C). This plant likes full or part sun and dry soil of most types. It blooms in early to late spring and attracts butterflies and bees. Deer tend to pass it by. The evergreen clumps tolerate drought and salt.
Pairs well with Munstead lavender, Elijah Blue blue fescue, and Gold dust.