Grassy tufts topped with round pink pom-poms. Loves lean soil and coastal conditions.
Quick Reference
- Bloom Season
- Apr to Jun
- USDA Zones
- 3-8
- Sun
- Full Sun
- Water
- Low - drought tolerant
- Mature Height
- 6-12"
- Bloom Colors
- Pink
△ Deer Resistant✦ Low Maintenance▢ Container Friendly〰 Ground Cover♣ Native Species
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About This Name
Armeria maritima is the scientific name used by botanists, nurseries, and seed catalogs to identify Sea Thrift unambiguously. The genus Armeria places it within a specific plant family, and using the botanical name avoids the confusion that comes with regional common names. If you're shopping for Sea Thrift, looking up plant care details, or comparing varieties, searching by Armeria maritima will give you the most precise results.