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Armeria 'Pink Petite'

Armeria 'Pink Petite'

Thrift

Armeria 'Pink Petite' is a compact and delightful perennial known for its masses of soft pink globe shaped flowers held above tidy mounds of grassy foliage. Flowering from spring through summer, it brings bright, continuous colour to borders, pathways and rockeries in New Zealand gardens. Hardy, sun loving and low care, it is a standout performer for small spaces and coastal sites.

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Suited to regions:	Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type:	Grasses
Height:	10 cm
Spread:	15 cm
Flowering time:	Spring
Tolerances:
Garden uses:	Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Pool areas
Garden styles:	Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as	Thrift
Sku	11509

How to grow Armeria 'Pink Petite' in NZ

Armeria 'Pink Petite' thrives in full sun and well drained soil. It suits gravel gardens, coastal environments and dry spots where drainage is strong. Avoid heavy wet ground to prevent rot, especially in winter. Once established it copes well with wind, heat and low water conditions, providing a long flowering season with very little attention required.

Armeria 'Pink Petite' care tips

Armeria 'Pink Petite' is easy to maintain. Remove spent blooms regularly to extend flowering and trim lightly after the main flush to keep plants dense and tidy. Water during long dry spells but avoid overwatering. A light feed in spring helps encourage abundant bloom development. With minimal care, plants stay compact and colourful for months.

Armeria 'Pink Petite' size spacing and growth rate

Armeria 'Pink Petite' typically reaches 10 to 20 centimetres high and up to 25 centimetres wide. Space plants 20 to 30 centimetres apart to allow for natural cushion expansion. Growth is moderate and plants bulk up quickly in warm free draining soils. Blooms are produced steadily through spring and summer with foliage remaining neat year round.

Landscaping uses for Armeria 'Pink Petite'

Armeria 'Pink Petite' suits edging, containers, path borders, gravel gardens and rockeries. Its soft pink blooms blend beautifully with pastel perennials, silver foliage plants and hardy succulents. Plant in repeating drifts for a continuous ribbon of colour or use as feature clusters for small bright highlights in exposed or low care garden spaces.

Why buy Armeria 'Pink Petite' from The Plant Company?

The Plant Company is NZs most trusted plant nursery supplying premium Armeria 'Pink Petite' plants grown for long flowering and reliable performance. Each plant is securely packed for nationwide shipping and includes establishment support. Expect vibrant blooms, compact growth and strong environmental tolerance. For an easy care pink flowering perennial choose Armeria 'Pink Petite' from The Plant Company.

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