Armeria Juniperifolia Barrenwort followed by russet red seed

followed by russet red seed heads in October

lilacs cannot tolerate soggy

Attracts butterflies

Propagation: Very easy to propagate from stem cuttings placed directly in moist soil or water

Armeria Juniperifolia Barrenwort followed by russet red seed(Spanish Thrift) Zone 2 Full Sun A fine alpine species of Thrift, this forms a very dense bun or cushion of needle like leaves. Especially attractive in a gravel scree garden or alpine trough where it can be seen close up. Site carefully this is easily smothered by more vigorous neighbours. Requires excellent drainage. Soft pink balls of flowers are held just over the foliage. Flower Colour Pink Leaf Colour Green Bloom Time June Height 2 4 Space 4 6