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| Family | Caryophyllaceae | | Plant Type | | | Zone | USDA: 5a - 9b RHS: H - FH EGF: H1 - H5 Australia: 1 - 3
| | Care Level | low, easy, suitable for beginners. | | Height | 10 - 12 cm (4 - 5 in) | | Spread | 25 - 30 cm (10 - 12 in) | | Light | full sun | | Soil Moisture | low to average, well-drained | | Soil Type | sandy | | Soil pH | acidic to alkaline |
| | Description | Spergularia rubra (red sandspurry) bears bright pink blossoms during late spring to early fall. This plant has greyish green foliage. | | Typical Uses | Alpine or rock garden, edging and ground cover. | | Special Characteristics | Spergularia rubra tolerates drought. | | |
