About
In the Red' is a herbaceous perennial, up to 15cm high, with purple-tinged, evergreen, grass-like leaves and pink flowers in late spring and early summer.
About the genus
Armeria are evergreen perennials forming tufts or mats of strap-shaped or linear leaves, with long-stalked, dense clusters of small cup-shaped flowers
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectWest-facing, East-facing, South-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH5
Plant details
Plant typeAlpine Rockery, Herbaceous Perennial
HabitClump forming
FoliageEvergreen
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height5-10 years
Suggested usesCity and courtyard gardens, Coastal, Cottage and informal garden, Rock garden, Gravel garden, Wildlife gardens
Care notes
CultivationGrow in well-drained soil in full sun; suitable for rock gardens, troughs or the front of borders. Tolerant of sea-salt laden winds
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by division or by basal semi-ripe cuttings
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free