Acantholimon ulicinum var. purpurascens

Also Known As

Acantholimon ulicinum ssp. purpurescens
Prickly Thrift

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

H: 2"-4"
W: 6"-12"

planting zones

5a-9b

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Acantholimon ulicinum var. purpurascens plant details

Acantholimon ulicinum var. purpurascens is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover with blue and green foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Acantholimon ulicinum var. purpurascens

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: plumbaginaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 2 IN - 4 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in summer
Uses: compact, rock garden, unique, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Acantholimon ulicinum var. purpurascens

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat
Soil needs: average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Holubec's 1997 collection from Dedegöl Dag on limestone screes at 2400m, small to medium greenish cushions; bright rose flowers in short dense spikes with reddish bracts. This is my favorite of the ulicinum forms with outstanding foliage with an unusual hue. ZONE 5