GENERAL INFORMATION
Scientific Name: Armeria pseudarmeria
CommonName: Thrift, Sea Pinks
Hardiness Zone: 5a - 9a
Hardiness Degree: -25°F (-25°C)
Blooming Season: Spring, Late Spring, Summer, Autumn, Late Summer
Plant Habit: Mounded
Characteristics: Attracts Butterflies, Deer Resistant, Heat Tolerant, Frost Tolerant
Water: Medium
Fertilizer: Once a month
Spacing: 12 - 14" (30 - 36cm)
Height: 10 - 12" (25 - 30cm)
Width: 10 - 12" (25 - 30cm)
Exposure: Sun
PROPAGATION
Media EC/pH: EC 0.80 mmhos/pH 5.8-6.2
Soil Temperature: 70-74°F (21-23°C)
Rooting Hormone: 2,500 ppm IBA
Mist: Low
Fertilization: 100 ppm N starting at Day 7
Pinching: Not necessary.
Transplanting: 42-45 days after sticking
FINISHING
Media pH: 5.8-6.2
Temperature: Nights: 55°F (13°C) Days: 68°F (20°C)
Light Level (fc): 3,000 to 5,000
Vernalization: No
Daylength: Day length neutral
Watering: Moderate
Fertilization: Use a balanced fertilizer at a rate of 150 to 175 ppm N.
Pinch After Transplant: No
Plant Growth Regulators: PGRs generally not needed
Pests and Fungal Diseases: Watch for crown rot if overwatered.
CROP SCHEDULING
1–qt. (10–cm) pot, 1 plant per pot: Liner: 10-12 wks
1–gal. (15–cm) pot, 1 plant per pot: Liner: 14-16 wks
2 to 3–gal. (25 to 30–cm) pot, 3 plants per pot: Liner: 16-18 wks
Bloom Months: March to October