Armeria Düsseldorfer Stolz
pink seathrift ( syn. Armeria Dusseldorf Pride )
This pretty evergreen originates from seaside cliffs and rocky outcrops, so it makes an undemanding addition to both coastal and...
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Plant description
This pretty evergreen originates from seaside cliffs and rocky outcrops, so it makes an undemanding addition to both coastal and gravel gardens.
Armeria Düsseldorfer Stolz is also excellent in pots or alpine troughs. Forming a neat clump of deep green grass-like foliage, it's topped in late spring and summer with clusters of purplish-pink flowers, that are held aloft on slender stems - and are sought after by the pollinators.
Armeria Düsseldorfer Stolz is also excellent in pots or alpine troughs. Forming a neat clump of deep green grass-like foliage, it's topped in late spring and summer with clusters of purplish-pink flowers, that are held aloft on slender stems - and are sought after by the pollinators.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
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- May
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Plant features
Position
Full sun
Rate of growth
Average
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, but well-drained soil, or general-purpose loam-based potting compost
Hardiness
Fully hardy
How to care for Armeria maritima Dusseldorfer Stolz:
Armeria grows best in full sun and free-draining, poor to moderately fertile soil so ideal for coastal gardens, rockeries, gravel borders, and edging paths. Water well during establishment, but once settled, it becomes drought tolerant and requires little irrigation.
Avoid rich soils or overfeeding, as this encourages weak, floppy growth and reduces flowering. Deadhead faded blooms regularly to prolong the display and maintain a tidy look.
Every few years, divide mature clumps in spring to keep them vigorous and compact. It dislikes winter wet, so ensure drainage is good—raise the planting area or add grit if necessary. In containers, use a gritty, low-fertility loam-based compost mix, such as John Innes No. 2, to mimic its natural conditions.
Avoid rich soils or overfeeding, as this encourages weak, floppy growth and reduces flowering. Deadhead faded blooms regularly to prolong the display and maintain a tidy look.
Every few years, divide mature clumps in spring to keep them vigorous and compact. It dislikes winter wet, so ensure drainage is good—raise the planting area or add grit if necessary. In containers, use a gritty, low-fertility loam-based compost mix, such as John Innes No. 2, to mimic its natural conditions.
