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Armeria 'Happy Dreams'

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Armeria 'Happy Dreams' is a charming perennial loved for its soft pastel flower heads held above compact grassy foliage. Blooming from spring through summer, it adds gentle colour and tight structure to New Zealand gardens. This variety thrives in sunny, free draining conditions and is perfect for rockeries, edging and coastal gardens where resilience, low maintenance and long flowering performance are key.

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Suited to regions:All regions
Plant type:Grasses
Height:15 cm
Spread:25 cm
Flowering time:Spring
Tolerances:Coastal, Hardy
Garden uses:Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Pool areas
Garden styles:Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
Also known asThrift
Sku12635

How to grow Armeria 'Happy Dreams' in NZ

Armeria 'Happy Dreams' performs best in full sun and well drained soil. It handles wind, dryness and coastal exposure once established, making it ideal for tough New Zealand planting sites. Avoid heavy or boggy soils, particularly in winter. Plant in gravel, sandy soils or raised beds with strong drainage for best results. With warmth and light it flowers freely and forms neat compact mounds.

Armeria 'Happy Dreams' care tips

Armeria 'Happy Dreams' is low effort to maintain. Remove spent flowers often to extend blooming and lightly trim after peak flushes to keep shape neat. Water occasionally during long dry spells but avoid overwatering. A small spring feed encourages abundant flower production and healthy foliage. With minimal attention, this perennial remains tidy and colourful across the warmer months.

Armeria 'Happy Dreams' size spacing and growth rate

Armeria 'Happy Dreams' generally reaches 15 to 25 centimetres tall and up to 30 centimetres wide. Space plants 20 to 30 centimetres apart to allow natural clump spread and airflow. Growth is moderate and plants establish quickly in warm, free draining positions. Flowers continue through spring and summer with foliage holding evergreen form year round.

Landscaping uses for Armeria 'Happy Dreams'

Armeria 'Happy Dreams' suits pathway edging, border fronts, rockeries, coastal gardens and patio containers. Its dreamy pastel blooms blend beautifully with silver foliage plants, lavender, sedum and ground hugging succulents. Plant in clusters for soft colour massing or use as repeating highlights through dry tolerant garden schemes.

Why buy Armeria 'Happy Dreams' from The Plant Company?

The Plant Company is NZs most trusted plant nursery supplying healthy Armeria 'Happy Dreams' plants grown for resilience and reliable flowering. Each plant is securely packed for nationwide delivery and supported with care guidance for successful establishment. Expect compact growth, long flower duration and excellent sun tolerance. For an easy care pastel flowering perennial choose Armeria 'Happy Dreams' from The Plant Company.

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