Armeria maritima
"Thrift"
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Description
Armeria maritima, commonly known as thrift, is a compact and charming evergreen perennial that brings a burst of colour and texture to any garden. The stems rise up to 25cm, each bearing compact clusters of pink flowerheads that reach up to 2.5cm in width, creating a cheerful and neat display. Armeria maritima is perfect for adding a touch of vibrant colour to borders, rockeries, or even hanging baskets, where its low-growing habit shines.
What makes Armeria maritima such a gem is its resilience and versatility. This hardy perennial thrives in well-drained soil and a sunny spot, making it ideal for coastal gardens, gravel paths, or those tricky dry spots where other plants might struggle. Armeria maritima is low-maintenance, offering you a long-lasting splash of pink through spring and early summer, and its evergreen foliage provides interest even when it's not in bloom. Whether you're looking to fill in gaps, create a soft border, or simply add a bit of colour to your outdoor space, Armeria maritima is a tough little plant that’s as pretty as it is practical.
Our Armeria maritima plants are supplied as a root ball with healthy growth, ensuring a strong start. They are carefully shipped in our unique cardboard box, designed to keep them safe and in top condition. This ensures they arrive healthy and ready to thrive in their new home.
Armeria maritima earned the name thrift for its frugal nature—flourishing in poor soils where fussier plants wouldn’t stand a chance!
Key features
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Comes back every year
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Attractive to wildlife
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Loved by pollinators
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Low maintenance
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Drought tolerant
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Fully hardy
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Rodent resistant
Specs & details
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Botanical name
Armeria maritima
Armeria bottendorfensis
Armeria vulgaris -
Flower colour
Pink
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Plant size
9cm root ball
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Established height
20-30cm
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Established spread
20-30cm
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Plant spacing
9 plants per m2
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Leaf colour
Green
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Habit
Upright
Clump-forming -
Life cycle
Perennial
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Hardiness
Fully hardy
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Years to establish
2-3 years
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Sunlight
Partial shade
Dappled shade -
Position
Sheltered
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Suitable for
Coastal gardens
Large containers
Borders
Cottage gardens
Low maintenance gardens -
Soil acidity
Any
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Soil moisture
Damp
Free draining -
Soil type
Loam
Clay
Loam-based compost -
Growing skill
Easy to grow
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Scented
No
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Pollinator-friendly
Yes
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Mouse resistant
No
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Rabbit resistant
Yes
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Deer resistant
Yes
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Toxicity
No report
Plant calendar
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- Planting
- Flowering
Useful information
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Soak the Armeria maritima roots in water for 3-6 hours prior to planting
Plant your "Thrift" bare roots into temporary pots with a multipurpose compost within a week of delivery and grow-on in a sheltered spot outdoors
Choose a pot which comfortably fits the bare roots. Some have a noticeable crown which should be just below the soil surface with any top growth exposed. Some varieties are a length of root which should be planted lengthways and shallowly (1-2cm deep).
Plant out into borders or permanent containers in late spring or early summer once in full growth. Choose a position in sun or shade depending on the variety.
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Orders placed before 1 September 2026
You can expect your order in September 2026Orders placed 1 September - 15 October 2026
You can expect your order in October 2026Orders placed 16 October - 15 December 2026
You can expect your order within 10 business days
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