Scientific Name Armeria martima Common Name Common thrift; Sea pink; Maritime thrift

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	Hardiness Zones: 4 to 8
	Habit: Evergreen
	Growth Rate: Slow
	Size: 4 to 6 inches; spread of 8 to 12 inches
	Site Requirements: Sun to light shade
	Form: Tufts or clumps; rounded mat
	Texture: Fine
	Foliage: Thin grass-like dark green foliage
	Flower/Fruit: Bright pink or white round balloon-like flower heads on scapes in spring
	Comments: Does not tolerate foot traffic; salt tolerant
	Cultivars: Alba

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