Product description
Armeria Ballerina White is a pristine, icy variation of the classic thrift, featuring crisp, pure white globe flowers. The neutral colour makes it an incredibly versatile structural anchor that pairs flawlessly with absolutely any other colour palette in a dry, sun-drenched garden design.
Nestle the root mass into a highly gritty crevice where water drains away instantly. Avoid applying any rich fertilisers or heavy composts, which will cause the tight mound to become loose and messy, and meticulously snap off the old flower stalks to encourage continuous blooming.
Please Note: When purchasing plants, please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only. The plant will be supplied in a growers pot. Depending on season, some plants may be pruned back to encourage growth and deciduous plants may arrive without leaves.
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Armeria 'Ballerina White'
Armeria 'Ballerina White'
Product description
Armeria Ballerina White is a pristine, icy variation of the classic thrift, featuring crisp, pure white globe flowers. The neutral colour makes it an incredibly versatile structural anchor that pairs flawlessly with absolutely any other colour palette in a dry, sun-drenched garden design.
Nestle the root mass into a highly gritty crevice where water drains away instantly. Avoid applying any rich fertilisers or heavy composts, which will cause the tight mound to become loose and messy, and meticulously snap off the old flower stalks to encourage continuous blooming.
Please Note: When purchasing plants, please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only. The plant will be supplied in a growers pot. Depending on season, some plants may be pruned back to encourage growth and deciduous plants may arrive without leaves.
Give your plants the best start
Garden Plant Size Guide
Plants in larger pots can be multiple years older than their smaller counterparts with more mature root systems and foliage. This makes them able to thrive as a full size plant in your garden quicker than smaller alternatives.
The most common size of pot that garden plants come in are 9cm/1L/3L/5L this is in reference to the diameter at the top of the pot.
9cm potted plants still remain the most popular cost effective option though, they just may take a little patience to allow them to grow into full maturity once planted in your garden.
Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
Specifications
When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
To ensure Armeria Ballerina White pushes out a relentless wave of crisp white globes, you must meticulously snap off the old ones. Do not let the faded flower heads turn brown and go to seed on the plant. Removing them promptly forces the thrift to continually redirect its energy back into producing fresh new buds.
How to Water
Flood the gravelly soil around Armeria Ballerina White immediately after planting to ensure the roots make solid contact. Walk away and let it dry out entirely, as constant moisture will quickly turn the neat grassy dome into mush. Only apply supplemental water directed strictly at the base if the green cushion starts to physically shrivel.
How to Plant
Use the icy pure blooms of Armeria Ballerina White to visually soften the hard edges of a sunny retaining wall. Ensure the planting pocket has flawless drainage by mixing in a heavy dose of crushed stone. Settle the root mass carefully, ensuring the white flower stalks have plenty of vertical clearance.
