Armeria maritima ‘Vesuvius’

sea thrift
Vesuvius sea thrift makes pink drumstick flowerheads in spring. This variety’s dark foliage, evergreen in mild zones, complements brighter greens.
height 5–9in
width 4–6in
tolerates Coast, Cold, Pots, Salt
water
needs
Low – Moderate
water
info
Water this plant regularly and deeply when the top layer of soil is dry (down to an inch or so) to establish over several years and then every week or two during dry months.
hardy
to
-30F
exposure Part Shade – Full Sun
indoor
outdoor
Outdoor
drainage In Ground: Planting Mix, In Pots: Potting Soil, Tolerates Sandy Soil
origin Europe, North America
sunset
zones
4–10, 14–24

Sunset Zones Map

Outdoor Exposure Guide

OUTDOOR EXPOSURE GUIDE

Full Sun
Six or more hours of sun beams directly landing on the plant's leaves.

Part Shade
Three to five hours of sun beams directly landing on the plant's leaves.

Part Sun
One to two hours of sun beams directly landing on the plants leaves.

Full Shade
The plant is never fully lit by sun beams, but is in a bright spot or has dappled sunbeams playing over the leaves throughout the day.

Deep Shade
The plant never has dappled light on the leaves, and is in a place that feels dim, even on a nice sunny day.

SUNSET ZONES MAP

Growing Notes

Deadhead flowers once they are bloomed out.