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Family: Plumbaginaceae
Height: 8 to 12 inches
Width: 12 to 16 inches
Foliage color: Dark green, grass-like leaves
Flower color: Bright pink pom-pom-shaped flowers
Bloom time: Late spring to early fall
Light requirements: Full sun
Water requirements: Low to moderate
Maintenance: Low; deadhead spent flowers to promote extended blooming
Growing zone: Zones 6 to 9
Wildlife attractors: Attracts butterflies and other pollinators
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Works Well In:
● Pollinator Gardens
● Containers
● Borders
● Rock GardensCompanion Plants:
Lavender Salvia
Catmints Dianthus
Sedums Blue fescuesDesign Tip:
Frame patios, entrances, or outdoor living spaces with this long-blooming perennial to provide consistent color where people gather most often. Its compact form maintains crisp edges, helping nearby plantings appear organized without requiring frequent maintenance or reshaping.