Armeria pseudarmeria 'Ballerina White' (Great Thrift)
1” spheres of flower clusters on upright stems resemble Candy Land-like lollypops amongst grassy foliage. Like A. maritima blooming begins in mid to late spring and continues sporadically throughout the summer. The evergreen leaves however are broader, the flower clusters are larger and the height is taller in bloom at 12-14”. Tolerates dry soils and salt spray. Plant 12” apart.
| Plant Type | Perennials |
| Hardiness Zone | 6-7 |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest | Spring, Summer, Fall |
| Height | 6" - 12" (in) |
| Spread | 6" - 12" (in) |
| Spacing | 10 in - 12 in |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil PH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Award Winning, Evergreen, Plant of Merit, Showy |
| Tolerance | Deer, Drought, Dry Soil, Rocky Soil, Salt |
| Attracts | Bees, Butterflies |
| Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Cut Flowers, Edging, Ground Covers, Patio and Containers, Small Gardens |
Image © The Perennial Farm
Image © The Perennial Farm
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Thrift, Ballerina White
Armeria pseudarmeria 'Ballerina White' (Great Thrift)
1” spheres of flower clusters on upright stems resemble Candy Land-like lollypops amongst grassy foliage. Like A. maritima blooming begins in mid to late spring and continues sporadically throughout the summer. The evergreen leaves however are broader, the flower clusters are larger and the height is taller in bloom at 12-14”. Tolerates dry soils and salt spray. Plant 12” apart. |
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