Description
Known as sea thrift due to its ability to flourish by the coast unaffected by salty coastal air it does especially well in a rockery and requires very well draining soil. It is a low growing perennial and produces compact flowers on stems above its grass-like foliage.
Key Facts
- Common Name(s):Thrift
- Hardiness:Fully hardy through most of the UK
- How big will I get? Armeria maritima ‘Armada White’ can grow to a height of 0.5m and a spread of 0.5m.
- Did You Know That:Armeria was on the reverse of the threepence coin from 1937 to 1952, thought to be due to the low value of the coin and the use of the word thrift to mean cheap.
Plant Calendar
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Care Guide
Soil Requirements
Armeria maritima ‘Armada White’ prefers soil with good drainage and does not tolerate standing water. This plant can grow in soil with a wide range of pH levels, it is not picky about the pH level of the soil.
Best Position
Armeria maritima ‘Armada White’ can handle either an exposed or a sheltered position and requires full sun to thrive, this consists of more than six hours of direct sunshine per day.
Maintenance
Armeria maritima ‘Armada White’ is fairly low maintenance and doesn’t require any pruning.
Pest, Diseases and Wildlife
Armeria maritima ‘Armada White’ is generally pest free, and it tends not to have problems with diseases. It is also known to attract bees, butterflies and other pollinators. It is not considered to be toxic.
