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Armeria maritima 'Rubra'

Armeria maritima 'Rubra' is a hardy and compact perennial admired for its rich ruby pink flower globes that rise above neat cushions of evergreen foliage. Flowering from spring into summer, it delivers bold long lasting colour even in challenging New Zealand garden conditions. Drought and coastal tolerant once established, this resilient thrift adds vibrancy form and texture to sunny landscape positions.

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Suited to regions:All regions
Plant type:Perennials
Height:25 cm
Spread:40 cm
Flowering time:Spring, Autumn, Winter
Tolerances:Coastal, Hardy
Garden uses:Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Pool areas
Garden styles:Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Rock
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
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Sku14261

How to grow Armeria maritima 'Rubra' in NZ

Armeria maritima 'Rubra' thrives in full sun with free draining soil. It excels in coastal environments, rockeries, gravel gardens and exposed areas where moisture is low. Avoid planting in heavy clay or waterlogged ground, particularly in winter. With warmth drainage and airflow this plant flowers strongly and maintains compact form throughout the year in most New Zealand regions.

Armeria maritima 'Rubra' care tips

Armeria maritima 'Rubra' requires little maintenance. Deadhead regularly to extend flowering and lightly trim after flushes to keep cushion density. Water only during extended dry periods and avoid excessive moisture. A light feed in spring encourages blooming, but this perennial generally performs well with minimal input. With the right conditions it remains attractive and floriferous for months.

Armeria maritima 'Rubra' size spacing and growth rate

Armeria maritima 'Rubra' typically grows 15 to 25 centimetres tall and up to 30 centimetres wide. Space plants 20 to 30 centimetres apart to allow clump expansion and airflow. Growth is moderate and plants establish quickly in well drained sunny positions. Flower production continues through spring and summer while evergreen foliage remains neat year round.

Landscaping uses for Armeria maritima 'Rubra'

Armeria maritima 'Rubra' suits rockeries, border edging, mass planting, gravel and coastal gardens as well as containers. Its vivid pink blooms contrast beautifully with silver foliage plants, sedum, lavender and compact grasses. Plant in drifts for colour impact or use as edging to brighten hot dry landscape zones with minimal care required.

Why buy Armeria maritima 'Rubra' from The Plant Company?

The Plant Company is NZs most trusted plant nursery supplying strong Armeria maritima 'Rubra' grown for hardy performance and continuous flowering. Plants are carefully packed for nationwide delivery with guidance provided for easy establishment. Expect long season colour compact growth and excellent drought tolerance. For a reliable ruby flowering perennial choose Armeria maritima 'Rubra' from The Plant Company.

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