Armeria maritima 'Rubrifolia', also known as Sea Thrift or Sea Pink, is a compact, clump-forming perennial admired for its deep reddish-purple foliage and bright pink globe-like flowers. This variety adds bold colour and texture to borders, rock gardens, and coastal plantings. Flowering from spring into early summer, it forms neat mounds topped with slender stems carrying the vibrant blooms, attracting pollinators like bees. 'Rubrifolia' is drought-tolerant, thrives in poor, well-drained soils, and is ideal for sunny, exposed sites. Its evergreen foliage and low maintenance needs make it an excellent choice for year-round structure in smaller garden spaces.

Why we like it

• Richly coloured foliage for contrast

• Bright, bee-friendly pink blooms

• Tolerant of drought and coastal conditions

What to know

• Needs well-drained, poor to moderately fertile soil

• Prefers full sun for compact growth and best colour

• Avoid overwatering or heavy soils

• Remove spent flowers to encourage more blooms

• Can be divided in spring to rejuvenate clumps

Flower Colour
Pink

Flowering months
May, June, July

Height and Spread
Height: 15 cm, Spread: 20 cm