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What are plug plants?

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They're young plants, so they may need potting on and a short period of growing-on. Once roots strengthen and the plant is actively growing, it's ready to plant out after hardening off.

Armeria maritima ‘Nifty Thrifty’ – 9 Plug Plants (3cm) Evergreen Sea Thrift | Free P&P

Armeria maritima ‘Nifty Thrifty’ – 5 Plug Plants (3cm) Evergreen Sea Thrift | Free P&P

A compact, evergreen perennial with eye‑catching variegated foliage and soft pink flowers, Armeria maritima ‘Nifty Thrifty’ is perfect for adding reliable colour and structure to borders, rockeries, paths, and containers.

This 5‑pack of healthy 3cm plug plants is ideal for smaller planting schemes or pot displays and establishes quickly when planted out.

Plant Size:	- 3cm Plug Plant
Position:	- Full/Part Sun
Soil:	- Moist and well-draining soil
Height x Spread:	- 15 cm x 30 cm
Flowering:	- April - June and longer
Hardiness:	- Hardy

Why Choose ‘Nifty Thrifty’?

Striking variegated evergreen foliage
Cheerful pink pom‑pom flowers in late spring and summer
Compact and tidy growth habit
Fully hardy and drought tolerant once established
Excellent for coastal, gravel, alpine, and wildlife‑friendly gardens

Plant Details

Botanical name: Armeria maritima ‘Nifty Thrifty’
Common name: Sea Thrift
Plant type: Hardy evergreen perennial
Supplied as: 5 x 3cm plug plants
Flower colour: Pink
Foliage: Green with creamy‑white variegation
Height: 15–20cm
Spread: 20–30cm
Flowering: Late spring through summer
Aspect: Full sun
Soil: Free‑draining soil

How to Grow

Plant plugs on arrival into pots or directly into well‑drained soil. Armeria prefers a sunny position and does best where soil does not remain wet over winter. Little maintenance is required beyond occasional deadheading.

Ideal For

Rockeries and gravel gardens
Border edges and pathways
Containers and troughs
Coastal gardens
Pollinator‑friendly planting

What You’ll Receive

✅ 5 strong plug plants, ready to pot on or plant out
✅ Grown and packed with care by Dartana Plants
✅ FREE UK delivery

FAQs

Is this variety evergreen?
Yes, ‘Nifty Thrifty’ retains its foliage year‑round.

Will these flower in their first year?
Yes, when planted early and allowed to establish, flowering in the first season is common.

Are they suitable for pots?
Absolutely — they are excellent in containers and alpine bowls.

Qty:

£16.95

Tax included. Shipping calculated at checkout.

Why Us

UK GROWN PLANTS

Provided by a Small Family Nursery Business.

DELIVERED WITH CARE

Plants are well Packaged and travel well. Packaging contains Acid Free Paper and Hay with the Plants wrapped in Food Bags to maintain Moisture Levels.

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We are always happy to answer any questions you might have regarding a purchase that you have made or any Plants that you are interested in, so please feel free to Contact Us at anytime.
Happy Gardening
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