- Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
- Mature Height 6 - 12 Inches
- Mature Spread 9 - 15 Inches
- Growing Zones 2 - 8
The Morning Star Deep Rose Sea Thrift signals the start of spring. The Armeria maritima 'Morning Star Deep Rose' has long-lasting flowers that bloom in April. Showy pink blooms look similar to clover and have ruffled petals, giving the plant an extravagant look. The Morning Star Deep Rose Sea Thrift grows in a tight mound of narrow, grass-like foliage in dark green.
Create a lovely mass planting or add a burst of color to a springtime container. Trim the stems to include the flowers in arrangements. The flowers bloom early and support pollinators like butterflies and bees. This beauty is deer resistant for dependable growth, even in areas with large deer populations. Grow the Morning Star Deep Rose Sea Thrift in zones 2 through 8.
Morning Star Deep Rose Sea Thrift Care
Plant the Sea Thrift in full sun and well-drained soil. This perennial grows best in infertile soil. Poor-quality soil seems counterintuitive, but rich soil can make the stems leggy. This plant is drought tolerant once established; water consistently during the first year and during drought conditions thereafter. Container-grown plants will need water more often. Fertilize each spring using balanced plant food.
Trim the tall flower stems when the blooms fade in late spring. Removing the stalks will redirect energy into the foliage.
Morning Star Deep Rose Sea Thrift Spacing
The Morning Star Deep Rose Sea Thrift is a petit plant that stands 6 to 12 inches tall and spreads 9 to 15 inches across. Create a dense planting by spacing these beauties 9 inches apart or include two in a 12-inch container.
Morning Star Deep Rose Sea Thrift Information
USDA Hardiness Zones: 2 - 8 |
Plant Type: |
Light Exposure: Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight) |
Mature Height: 6 - 12 Inches |
Mature Spread: 9 - 15 Inches |
Spacing: 9 - 15 Inches |
Habit: Clumping, Mounded |
Flower Color(s): Pink |
Flower Description: Pink Shades |
Bloom Period: Spring to Summer |
Foliage Type: Herbaceous |
Foliage Color(s): Green |
Foliage Description: Green Shades |
Seasonal Interest: Spring Flowering, Summer Flowering |
Watering: Average |
Resists: Deer |
Tolerates: Drought |
Attracts: Bees, Butterflies |
Container Role: |
Uses: Containers |
Features: Attracts Pollinators, Cut Flowers |
Brand: |
Common Name: Morning Star Deep Rose Sea Thrift |
Other Name(s): Cliff Rose, Common Thrift, Cushion Pink, Lady's Cushion |
Scientific Name: Armeria maritima 'Morning Star Deep Rose' |
- SKU:
- 1231014945-pc
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.

Quart Pot
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts

2.5 Quart
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts

#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts

#2 Pot
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons

#3 Pot
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons

#5 Pot
Also Known As:
#5 Container
5 Gallon
Plant Age:
~3-4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 20" - 60"
Pot Size:
~11" H x 10 1/2” W
Volume:
3.5 - 4 gallons

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Pre-Ordered Plants
Pre-ordered plants are scheduled to ship in Spring 2025. We carefully plan our shipping dates based on your USDA Plant Hardiness Zone to ensure optimal planting conditions upon arrival. Want it sooner/later? Reach out, and we'll try our best to accommodate.
Estimated Spring Shipping Schedule
Estimated ship week for pre-ordered plants will ship based on growing zones as shown below.
Growing Zone | Estimated Ship Week |
---|---|
Zone 10 | March 24th |
Zone 9 | March 31st |
Zone 8 | April 7th |
Zone 7 | April 14th |
Zone 6b | April 21st |
Zone 6a | April 28th |
Zone 5b | May 5th |
Zone 5a | May 12th |
Zone 4 | May 19th |
Zone 3 | May 26th |
Note: These are only estimated ship dates. Plants may ship out later depending on weather & growing conditions of the plant.
Note: Only plants indicated as pre-order will ship as shown above. All other plants and hard goods will ship as normal.
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