Perennials

Armeria maritima 'Splendens'

Splendens sea thrift

Armeria maritima 'Splendens', Photo: David J. Stang / Wikimedia Commons. 0.

Bright pink flower balls stand above evergreen, grasslike tufts. A compact accent for sunny edges and rock gardens. Remove faded flowers to encourage another flush. Avoid excessive winter moisture.

At a glance

Sun: Full sun
Mature size: About 8 in. tall × About 8 in. wide
Water: Low once established
Hardiness: USDA zones 3–9
Bloom: Deep pink; late spring–summer.

Sizes & prices

4.5"Call for price
6"$11.99

Catalog updated September 8, 2026. This is not a live stock count; please call to confirm availability and price.

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Resistance & tolerances

Drought: Tolerant once established.
Wet soil: Requires freely draining soil.
Salt: Tolerates coastal exposure.

Growing & care

Flowers: Deadhead to encourage another flush.

Sources & photo credits

Royal Horticultural Society

Monrovia

Photo: David J. Stang · CC BY-SA 4.0

Image notes: Armeria maritima 'Splendens', Photo: David J. Stang / Wikimedia Commons. Resized, uncropped; CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reviewed September 19, 2026. Growing conditions vary by location.