Bring a touch of coastal charm to your garden with Sea Thrift Seeds, also known as California Sea Pink or Cushion Pink. Scientifically named Armeria maritima, this hardy perennial produces clusters of lavender-pink globe flowers atop slender stems, rising above dense mounds of evergreen foliage.

Native to coastal and rocky regions, Sea Thrift thrives in well-drained, sandy soils and tolerates salt, wind, and drought, making it a top choice for coastal gardens, rockeries, pathways, and borders. Its charming blooms attract pollinators like bees and butterflies while offering long-lasting color and texture.

Features

• Premium non-GMO Sea Thrift (Armeria maritima) seeds
• Produces lavender-pink globe-shaped flowers
• Drought-tolerant, low-maintenance coastal perennial
• Ideal for rock gardens, borders, and seaside landscapes
• Attracts pollinators including bees and butterflies
• Compact and evergreen foliage provides year-round appeal
• Thrives in sandy, well-drained soil and full sunlight

Specifications

• Common Name: Sea Thrift, Sea Pink, Cushion Pink, Cliff Rose
• Scientific Name: Armeria maritima
• Plant Type: Perennial Flower
• Foliage: Evergreen, grass-like leaves
• Flower Color: Pink to lavender
• Growth Habit: Compact, mounding
• Sunlight Requirement: Full Sun
• Soil Type: Well-drained, sandy or rocky soil
• Watering Needs: Low to moderate; drought-tolerant once established
• Germination Time: 14–21 days
• Maturity Period: 60–90 days to first bloom
• Best Planting Season: Spring or Fall
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 4–9
• Temperature Range: 50–75°F (10–24°C)
• Plant Height: 6–12 inches (15–30 cm)
• Spacing Between Plants: 8–10 inches (20–25 cm)
• Planting Depth: Lightly cover seeds with 1/8 inch of soil
• Bloom Season: Spring through Early Summer
• Fragrance: Light and fresh
• GMO Status: Non-GMO
• Organic Status: Conventional
• Maintenance Level: Low
• Uses: Rock gardens, borders, coastal landscaping, container planting
• Storage: Store seeds in a cool, dry, dark place until planting

Planting Guide

• Soil Prep: Use well-drained sandy or rocky soil; avoid heavy clay.
• Sowing: Scatter seeds evenly and cover lightly with 1/8 inch of soil.
• Watering: Keep soil moist until germination; water sparingly afterward.
• Light: Full sunlight encourages dense growth and vivid flower color.
• Germination: Seeds sprout within 14–21 days.
• Spacing: Thin seedlings to 8–10 inches apart for compact growth.
• Maintenance: Trim faded blooms to encourage continuous flowering.