Acantholimon venustum
PRICKLY THRIFT
Plumbaginaceae

 
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Plant type: evergreen soft-wooded perennial

Hardiness zones: 3-10

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: constantly moist

Soil: ordinary soil, enriched soil, acidic to alkaline

Tolerances: high wind, heavy frost
0.1m
Plant habit
 
0.2m

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Origins: Europe-W Russia, SW Asia-Middle East

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Acantholimon venustum
PRICKLY THRIFT
Plumbaginaceae

 

Photo coming
  Plant type: evergreen soft-wooded perennial

Hardiness zones: 3-10

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: constantly moist

Soil: ordinary soil, enriched soil, acidic to alkaline

Tolerances: high wind, heavy frost
0.1m
Plant habit
 
0.2m

FEATURES

Flowers: pink

Flowering Time: early summer to late summer

Leaves: blue-grey; edged silver-grey

Bark & Stems: spiny leaves


DESIGN

Garden Styles: suits dry style & alpine designs

Uses: informal edging, groundcovers

Growth rate: average

Maintenance Level: average

Skill Level: average






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