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Splendens Sea Thrift Armeria

Splendens Sea Thrift Armeria

ARMERIA maritima 'Splendens'

Blooms Spring through Summer
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Common Name(s)
Common Thrift, Sea Pink
Sunlight
Full Sun (6+ hrs)
Watering
Let dry
Max Height
6"–1'
Max Spread
6"-12"
Special Features
California Native, Cut flowers
Garden Design Role
Edging
Bloom Season
Spring, Summer
Lifespan
Perennial
Growing Habit
Round, Mounding, Clumping
Drought Resistance
High drought resistance
Bloom Color
Pink
Foliage Color
Green
Stem Color
Green
Themes
Pretty in Pink
Genus
Armeria
Family
Plumbaginaceae
Ship Size
4"

Splendens Sea Thrift (Armeria maritima 'Splendens') is a classic California native relative that brings a bright splash of deep rose-pink to the garden. Known for its ultra-tidy, evergreen mounds of dark green, needle-like foliage, 'Splendens' is one of the most reliable and long-blooming of all the thrifts. From spring through fall, it produces a steady parade of vibrant pink, globe-shaped flowers that hover above the grass-like leaves like tiny colorful bubbles.

As a durable member of the Armeria genus, 'Splendens' is a "set-it-and-forget-it" plant for sunny, dry areas. It is particularly well-suited for coastal environments where it shrugs off salt spray and intense winds. Because it forms a dense, gopher-resistant cushion, it is a top choice for rock gardens, groundcovers, and border edging. It also makes a charming, long-lasting cut flower for small bud vases.

Why you’ll love it:

  • Vibrant Color: Features deeper, richer pink flowers than the standard species.
  • Long Bloom Time: Provides color from spring through the end of autumn.
  • Coastal Champion: Exceptionally tolerant of salt air, wind, and rocky soil.
  • Deer & Gopher Resistant: A tough, resilient choice for rural or open landscapes.

This healthy 4"" live flowering plant thrives in full sun and prefers moderate to low water once established.

Splendens Sea Thrift Armeria