Armeria Maritima Alba Drought Resistant Garden Flower Plant Seed

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Armeria (Armeria Maritima Alba) - Start Ameria Maritima seeds to grow this versatile little flower that can be planted in containers, the rock garden or the front of the border and is resistant to drought. Armeria Maritima Alba features pure white flowers growing from a dark green, grassy type foliage. They are so neat and attractive!

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Flower Specifications

SEASON

Perennial

USDA ZONES

3 - 7

HEIGHT

6 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Spring and summer

BLOOM COLOR

White

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun

SOIL TYPE

Well-drained, pH 5.8 - 6.8

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

HOUSE PLANT

No

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

70F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

21 - 28 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

No

DEPTH

Do not cover

SOWING RATE

2 - 3 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

12 inches

Armeria (Armeria Maritima Alba) - Armeria Maritima Alba features pure white flowers growing from a dark green, grassy type foliage. They are so neat and attractive! Armeria plants tolerate drought and salt well and will grow in dry soils; however, it prefers soil that are well-drained, loamy, sandy or clay. Armeria Maritima is known as a low-maintenance perennial, and they're easy to grow from flower seeds.




Versatile little flower

Start Ameria Maritima seeds to grow this versatile little flower that can be planted in containers, the rock garden or the front of the border.

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How to grow

How To Grow Armeria From Seed: Armeria Maritima Alba will grow readily from flower seed. This flower seed needs to be refrigerated 7 - 10 days and then soaked in warm water 8 hours.

Sow Armeria seeds indoors in starter mix. Press the flower seeds into the soil but do not cover them. Transplant the Armeria plants outdoors after danger of frost and in a sunny location and enjoy!

  • Sowing Rate: 2 - 3 seeds per plant
  • Average Germ Time: 21 - 28 days
  • Keep moist until germination
  • Attracts bees and butterflies
  • Depth: Do not cover
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Flower Care

Deadheading will prolong flowering, and Armeria may flower clear until early fall. Dividing should be done in early spring to rejuvenate the plant. Plant may rot in center if soil is poorly drained. Armeria plants in general do not need to be fertilized.

  • Height: 6 inches
  • USDA Zones: 3 - 7
  • Season: Perennial
  • Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Drought Tolerant: Yes

Common Questions

Q

Is armeria deer resistant?

A

Yes, deer tend to stay away from armeria.

Q

Is armeria an attractant?

A

Yes, armeria attracts bees and butterflies

Q

Do I need to deadhead my armeria

A

Yes, if you want a second flush of flowers you will need to deadhead your spent blooms.

Q

What is armeria typically used for in the flower garden?

A

Armeria is great for edging, border fronts, rock gardens, coastal gardens and ground cover for small areas.

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Flower Specifications

SEASON

Perennial

USDA ZONES

3 - 9

HEIGHT

8 - 10 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Spring and summer

BLOOM COLOR

Rose pink

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun

SOIL TYPE

Well-drained, pH 5.8 - 6.8

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

HOUSE PLANT

No

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

70F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

21 - 28 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

No

DEPTH

Do not cover

SOWING RATE

2 - 3 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

12 inches

Armeria (Armeria Maritima Splendens) - Grow this sun-loving charmer from Armeria seeds! Armeria Maritima has pink flower clusters that resemble little pom-poms. The foliage is grass-like and forms low clumps. Armeria is known as a low-maintenance perennial and is also commonly called Sea Pink. Perfect for xeriscape landscaping.

Perfect for edging

Armeria maritima is perfect for edging the flower garden. It is ideal as a small-scale ground cover, in containers, or in the rock garden.

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How to grow

How To Grow Armeria From Seed: Armeria Maritima seeds need to be refrigerated 7 - 10 days and then soaked in warm water 8 hours. Sow Sea Pink flower seed indoors in starter mix. Press the flower seeds into the soil but do not cover them.

Transplant outdoors after danger of frost. Place Armeria plants in a sunny location and enjoy! They are a very durable plant which is a great addition to any flower garden or xeriscape landscaping.

  • Sowing Rate: 2 - 3 seeds per plant
  • Average Germ Time: 21 - 28 days
  • Keep moist until germination
  • Attracts bees and butterflies
  • Depth: Do not cover
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Flower Specifications

Armeria Maritima is tolerant of dry, poor and even salty soils. Armeria Sea Pink grows readily from flower seed, and does well in full sun and well-drained soil. Armeria Sea Pink is very drought tolerant and an excellent choice for rock gardens.

  • Height: 8 - 10 inches
  • USDA Zones: 3 - 9
  • Season: Perennial
  • Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Drought Tolerant: Yes

Common Questions

Q

Is armeria deer resistant?

A

Yes, deer tend to stay away from armeria.

Q

Is armeria an attractant?

A

Yes, armeria attracts bees and butterflies

Q

Do I need to deadhead my armeria

A

Yes, if you want a second flush of flowers you will need to deadhead your spent blooms.

Q

What is armeria typically used for in the flower garden?

A

Armeria is great for edging, border fronts, rock gardens, coastal gardens and ground cover for small areas.

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FAQ's
VIDEOS

Flower Specifications

SEASON

Perennial

USDA ZONES

3 - 7

HEIGHT

6 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Spring and summer

BLOOM COLOR

Mix

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun

SOIL TYPE

Well-drained, pH 5.8 - 6.8

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

HOUSE PLANT

No

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

70F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

21 - 28 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

No

DEPTH

Do not cover

SOWING RATE

2 - 3 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

12 inches

Armeria (Armeria Maritima Joystick Series) - Armeria Maritima is so versatile and it readily establishes from Armeria seeds. It is also call Ball Thrift, and it is long-blooming and has large clusters of white, ruby-red, bright pink or lilac flower clusters. Armeria Joystick is a sun-loving, compact garden flower that also makes an excellent cut flower. Due to its resistance to drought, it is also a great choice for xeriscape gardening.



Rock garden mix

Ball Thrift makes a fine addition to rock gardens, border edges, or trough and container gardens. Spent blossoms should be removed to encourage more flowers.

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How to grow

How To Grow Armeria From Seed: Armeria Maritima seeds need to be refrigerated 7 - 10 days and then soaked in warm water 8 hours. Sow Armeria flower seed indoors in starter mix. Press the flower seeds into the soil but do not cover them.

Transplant outdoors after danger of frost. Place Armeria Joystick plants in a sunny location and enjoy! They are a very durable plant which is a great addition to any flower garden.

  • Sowing Rate: 2 - 3 seeds per plant
  • Average Germ Time: 21 - 28 days
  • Keep moist until germination
  • Attracts bees and butterflies
  • Depth: Do not cover
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Flower Specifications

Ball Thrift blooms in early to mid-summer and has pom-pom clusters that spring up from dense clumps of medium green, grass-like foliage. Armeria Maritima is also a sun-loving ornamental that requires well-drained, average to poor soil, flowers are prone to root rot and will not tolerate poorly drained soil.

  • Height: 6 inches
  • USDA Zones: 3 - 7
  • Season: Perennial
  • Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Drought Tolerant: Yes

Common Questions

Q

Is armeria deer resistant?

A

Yes, deer tend to stay away from armeria.

Q

Is armeria an attractant?

A

Yes, armeria attracts bees and butterflies

Q

Do I need to deadhead my armeria

A

Yes, if you want a second flush of flowers you will need to deadhead your spent blooms.

Q

What is armeria typically used for in the flower garden?

A

Armeria is great for edging, border fronts, rock gardens, coastal gardens and ground cover for small areas.

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