Species Athabasca Thrift
light-pink flowers with light-pink filaments, yellow anthers, green leaves and stems

Athabasca Thrift

Armeria maritima subsp. interior

Also Known As - Interior Seapink
Athabasca Thrift (Armeria maritima subsp. interior) is an upright, clump-forming perennial found growing across sandy, gravelly and gravelly soil in mountainous regions of Oregon and Montana. Spreading up to 6 inches in width, this plant produces bright-pink, densely packed flower heads atop attractive, gray-green foliage. Flowers typically open in late spring and have a long blooming period that lasts up to two months. The evergreen foliage serves as a contrast to winter snow, making Athabasca Thrift a great addition to any rocky garden. For best results, place the plant in full sun and well-drained soil.

Watering:

Minimal

Hardiness Zone:

Sun:

full sun,part shade

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Thorny:

Yes

watering

The Sea Thrift (Armeria maritima subsp. maritima) will need ample watering to keep it healthy. It will need to be watered on a regular basis, approximately once every 5-7 days. It is important to make sure that the soil is consistently moist and not soggy, as the plant can get root-rot if the soil is kept too wet. If the soil feels dry to the touch, then it is time to water. If the plant is exposed to extreme temperatures, it will need to be watered more frequently. Be sure to avoid overwatering as it can cause the plant to become waterlogged.

sunlight

Sea Thrift thrives with full sun exposure. It should get at least 6 hours of direct sunlight each day for best results. During the peak summer months, Sea Thrift can tolerate up to 8-10 hours of direct sun per day, but it will benefit from partial shade in the hottest parts of the season. It should always have protection from strong, midday sun in areas with hot climates.

pruning

Sea Thrift is a low-growing perennial that thrives in sunny locations with well-drained soil. Pruning of Sea Thrift is relatively minimal, and should be done in the early spring before new growth begins. This will encourage a dense, mounded growth habit and keep the plant looking compact and tidy. To prune, simply use pruning shears to cut away any old and/or dead flower stems. The plants should not be sheared back so drastically that there is no foliage remaining. Afterwards, lightly fertilize and water the Sea Thrift to encourage regrowth.

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