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Armeria maritima 'Nifty Thrifty' (v)
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thrift 'Nifty Thrifty'

A compact, evergreen perennial to 15cm high forming a dense, mounded tuft of narrow, grass-like leaves edged with white. Erect stems carry rounded heads of bright pink flowers in spring and summer

Synonyms
Armeria 'Nifty Thrifty'

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Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metres
Time to ultimate height
2–5 years
Ultimate spread
0.1–0.5 metres
Growing conditions
Chalk
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Well–drained
pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Colour & scent
StemFlowerFoliageFruit
Spring Pink Green Variegated White
Summer Pink Green Variegated White
Autumn Green Variegated White
Winter Green Variegated White
Position
  • Full sun
Aspect

West–facing or East–facing or South–facing

Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered
Drought resistance
Yes
Hardiness
H5
Botanical details
Family
Plumbaginaceae
Native to GB / Ireland
No
Foliage
Evergreen
Habit
Tufted
Genus

Armeria are evergreen perennials forming tufts or mats of strap-shaped or linear leaves, with long-stalked, dense clusters of small cup-shaped flowers

Name status

Accepted

How to grow

Cultivation

Grow in well-drained soil in full sun; suitable for rock gardens, troughs or the front of borders. Tolerant of sea-salt laden winds

Propagation

Propagate by division or by basal semi-ripe cuttings

Suggested planting locations and garden types
  • Coastal
  • City and courtyard gardens
  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Gravel garden
  • Rock garden
  • Wildlife gardens
  • Garden edging
  • Ground cover
Pruning

No pruning required, but deadheading may produce a second flush of flowers

Pests

Generally pest-free

Diseases

Generally disease-free

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