| Armeria maritima 'Bloodstone' | USDA Zone: 3-9 |
Bloodstone Sea Thrift features lovely bright pink flowers on wiry stems, projecting from unique tufs of silvery-green needle-like foliage; drought tolerance makes this an excellent addition to rock gardens and xeriscapes.
Bloodstone Sea Thrift is recommended for the following landscape applications;
- Rock/Alpine Gardens
- Border Edging
- General Garden Use
- Groundcover
- Container Planting
Bloom Time: Spring
Common Name: Sea Thrift, Sea Pink
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| More About Bloodstone Thrift |
| Height: 6-10 inches |
Spread: 12-18 inches |
Flower Colour: Purple/Red Shades |
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Bloodstone Sea Thrift will grow to be only 6 inches tall at maturity extending to 10 inches tall with the flowers, with a spread of 18 inches. Its foliage tends to remain low and dense right to the ground. It grows at a slow rate. Bloodstone Sea Thrift does best in full sun to partial shade. It prefers dry to average moisture levels with very well-drained soil, and will often die in standing water. It is considered to be drought-tolerant, and thus makes an ideal choice for a low-water garden or xeriscape application. It is not particular as to soil type or pH, and is able to handle environmental salt. It is highly tolerant of urban pollution and will even thrive in inner city environments. Note that when grown in a container, it may not perform exactly as indicated on the tag - this is to be expected. Also note that when growing plants in outdoor containers and baskets, they may require more frequent waterings than they would in the yard or garden. Be aware that in our climate, most plants cannot be expected to survive the winter if left in containers outdoors, and this plant is no exception. Bloodstone Sea Thrift is a fine choice for the garden, but it is also a good selection for planting in outdoor pots and containers. It is often used as a 'filler' in the 'spiller-thriller-filler' container combination, providing a mass of flowers against which the thriller plants stand out. NOTE: Some flowers and plants may be harmful or poisonous to people or pets if touched or ingested. If you require more information before placing an order, please let us know in advance. |
