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Armeria maritima 'Düsseldorfer Stolz' (Dusseldorf Pride)

Family Plumbaginaceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   2a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 15 - 30 cm (6 - 12 in)
Spread 15 - 30 cm (6 - 12 in)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture low, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Armeria maritima 'Düsseldorfer Stolz' (Dusseldorf Pride) (pink thrift) yields showy, medium magenta and fragrant blossoms during mid-spring to mid-summer. This plant is clump forming and has matte, fine textured and evergreen foliage that is medium green in colour.
Typical Uses Accent, alpine or rock garden, bedding plant, border, container, cut flowers, dried flowers, edging and mass planting.
Special Characteristics It is worthy to note that Armeria maritima 'Düsseldorfer Stolz' (Dusseldorf Pride) tolerates drought and salt, and has a natural resistance to deer. This herbaceous perennial attracts hummingbirds to your garden.