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Red Leaf Thrift
Armeria maritima 'Rubrifolia'
Pronunciation: ar-MER-ee-uh ma-RIH-tih-muh roob-rih-FOH-lee-uh
SKU #01946
A profusion of rose pink flower heads dance above neat mounds of red-tinged evergreen foliage. Finely textured leaves develop a bronze hue in cool weather. Dependable border or pathway edging. Great evergreen for rock garden, landscape accents, or containers. An herbaceous perennial.
LIGHT: Full sun
WATER: Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE: Moderate growing; forms clumps 8 to 10 in. tall, 12 in. wide.
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| Bloom Time | Spring |
|---|---|
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Fall Color, Waterwise |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure, Deer Resistant, Erosion Control, Rabbit Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Ground Cover, Edging |
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Foliage Fall Color | Burgundy |
| Companion Plants | Bee Balm (Monarda); Coneflower (Echinacea); Salvia (Salvia); Speedwell (Veronica); Coral Bells (Heuchera) |
| Care Instructions | Thrives in well-drained, loamy to sandy soils; shelter from harsh afternoon sun in hot summer regions. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system; once established, tolerates mild drought. Avoid excessive winter moisture. Feed regularly throughout growing season. Remove spent flowers to promote repeat bloom. |
Details
| Bloom Time | Spring |
|---|---|
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Fall Color, Waterwise |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure, Deer Resistant, Erosion Control, Rabbit Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Showy Flowers |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Ground Cover, Edging |
|---|---|
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Foliage Fall Color | Burgundy |
| Companion Plants | Bee Balm (Monarda); Coneflower (Echinacea); Salvia (Salvia); Speedwell (Veronica); Coral Bells (Heuchera) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Thrives in well-drained, loamy to sandy soils; shelter from harsh afternoon sun in hot summer regions. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system; once established, tolerates mild drought. Avoid excessive winter moisture. Feed regularly throughout growing season. Remove spent flowers to promote repeat bloom. |
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We no longer grow this plant
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.