Armeria caespitosa [deep form]
Also Known As
- Armeria caespitosa 'Deep Form'
- Deep Form Sea Thrift
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 2"-3"
- W: 4"-8"
planting zones
- 4a-10a
Armeria caespitosa [deep form] plant details
Armeria caespitosa [deep form] is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with blue foliage. In spring pink flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant and wind tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Armeria caespitosa [deep form]
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: plumbaginaceae
- Foliage: evergreen blue
- Mature size: 4 IN - 8 IN - wide, 2 IN - 3 IN - tall
- Flowers: pink blooms in spring
- Uses: container plant, edging plant, rock garden, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Armeria caespitosa [deep form]
- USDA Zones: 4a - 10a
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: deer, seaside / salt and wind
- Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Gardening facts about Armeria caespitosa [deep form] plant
How to Grow Armeria caespitosa [deep form]
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- seaside / salt tolerant
- wind tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- blue
Flower Color
- pink
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- grassy
Landscape groups by tags
See other plant types of Armeria for your garden
aka Armeria maritima 'Nifty Thrifty', Nifty Thrifty Sea Thrift
Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover, Grass / Grass Like
Zones
4a-10a
Size
Height: 3"-6"
Width: 6"-12"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
aka Armeria maritima 'Point Arena', Point Arena Sea Thrift, Pt. Arena Sea Thrift
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
3a-10b
Size
Height: 6"-8"
Width: 6"-12"
- sun - mostly sun
- even moisture - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
aka MINIATURE SEA THRIFT, Sea Thrift
Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover
Zones
4a-10a
Size
Height: 3"-6"
Width: 3"-6"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
aka Red Sea Thrift, Ruby Thrift
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
4a-10a
Size
Height: 6"-8"
Width: 6"-8"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
aka Sea Thrift
Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover
Zones
6a-10a
Size
Height: 6"-12"
Width: 6"-12"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
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