Armeria pseudarmeria 'Vivid Dreams' is a tough and compact perennial with bright, pom-pom flowers. It produces deep purple blooms for a long period, creating colour in sunny borders.

The neat mound of grass-like foliage gives structure even when not in flower. This plant suits coastal gardens, rockeries, and containers.

Key features

• Compact and low-growing perennial
• Deep purple pom-pom flowers
• Long flowering season
• Neat, grass-like foliage
• Hardy and easy to grow

Plant size

• Height: 25cm to 30cm
• Spread: 25cm to 30cm

Other common names

• Sea thrift 'Vivid Dreams'

Benefits for UK wildlife

• Flowers attract bees, butterflies, and hoverflies
• Provides nectar over a long season
• Supports pollinators in sunny gardens

Growing tips

• Plant in well-drained soil
• Best in full sun
• Suitable for coastal and dry gardens
• Deadhead to extend flowering
• Works well in rockeries and containers

Do you want reliable colour in a small space? Armeria pseudarmeria 'Vivid Dreams' offers strong performance and wildlife value.

Combine it with lavender, sedum, and low grasses for a sunny, drought-tolerant display.