Rosy-Pink Pom-Poms on a Tough Little Tuft

Dusseldorf Pride Sea Thrift (Armeria maritima 'Dusseldorf Pride') tops neat, grassy evergreen tufts with cheerful rosy-pink, ball-shaped flowers on wiry stems in late spring, often reblooming through summer. Compact and remarkably tough, it thrives in hot, dry, lean, well-drained soils and tolerates salt, making it a carefree problem-solver. Drought-tolerant, deer-resistant, and pollinator-friendly, it's a delightful choice for rock gardens, edging, and containers in Minnetonka, Lakeville, and Blaine.

Landscape Uses

Use Dusseldorf Pride in rock gardens, troughs, edging, and the front of sunny borders, and along walks and driveways where salt and drought are issues. It pairs beautifully with sedum, hens-and-chicks, and other small sun lovers.

Best Time to Plant

Plant in spring or early fall in a sunny, well-drained spot.

How to Plant

Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and just as deep. Set the crown level with the soil, backfill (avoid heavy, rich soil), water in, and mulch lightly with grit or gravel. Avoid wet, poorly drained sites.

Watering

First Year: Water deeply once a week to establish, avoiding soggy soil.
After Year One: Little supplemental water needed; it's highly drought tolerant. Avoid overwatering, which can rot the crown.
Drip Irrigation: Use sparingly; sea thrift prefers dry conditions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does it rebloom?
Yes, the main flush is in late spring, with scattered reblooming through summer.

Will it tolerate salt?
Yes, as a seaside native it handles road salt and tough, lean soils well.

Is it hardy in Minnesota?
Yes, it's a Zone 3 perennial, fully hardy statewide.

Is it deer resistant?
Yes, deer tend to avoid sea thrift.

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