Armeria juniperifolia (Juniper-Leaved Thrift)
Juniper-Leaved Thrift, Spanish Thrift, Armeria caespitosa, Armeria juniperifolia × caespitosa, Armeria juniperina
Armeria juniperifolia (Juniper-Leaved Thrift) is a compact, evergreen perennial forming tight cushions of pastel pink flowers in late spring to early summer. The flowers are borne just above loose rosettes of needle-like, gray-green leaves. In regions with cool summer nights, this plant may repeat flower in late summer or fall. A charming little plant that is ridiculously easy to grow and is perfect for edging walks or borders. Probably the finest thrift for the rock garden.
- Grows up to 2-3 in. tall (5-7 cm) and 6-12 in. wide (15-30 cm).
- Best in full sun, in dry, well-drained soils. Drought tolerant once established.
- Virtually disease and pest free, it is deer resistant and attracts bees and butterflies.
- A great perennial plant for edging, border fronts, rock gardens, or containers.
- Propagate by seed, division or basal cuttings
- Native to central Spain.
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Requirements
| Hardiness | 5
– 7 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones | 4
– 8 |
| Climate Zones | 2, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
| Plant Type | Perennials |
| Plant Family | Armeria - Thrifts |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Late) Summer (Early) |
| Height | 2" – 3" (5cm – 7cm) |
| Spread | 6" – 1' (15cm – 30cm) |
| Spacing | 6" – 12" (15cm – 30cm) |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen |
| Tolerance | Deer, Drought, Dry Soil, Rocky Soil |
| Attracts | Bees, Butterflies |
| Garden Uses | Edging, Patio and Containers, Small Gardens |
| Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage |
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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Requirements
| Hardiness | 5
– 7 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones | 4
– 8 |
| Climate Zones | 2, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
| Plant Type | Perennials |
| Plant Family | Armeria - Thrifts |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Late) Summer (Early) |
| Height | 2" – 3" (5cm – 7cm) |
| Spread | 6" – 1' (15cm – 30cm) |
| Spacing | 6" – 12" (15cm – 30cm) |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen |
| Tolerance | Deer, Drought, Dry Soil, Rocky Soil |
| Attracts | Bees, Butterflies |
| Garden Uses | Edging, Patio and Containers, Small Gardens |
| Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage |
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