Water
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry to the touch. Allow the soil to drain completely between waterings. Avoid waterlogged conditions, which can lead to root rot.
Reduce watering significantly during winter dormancy.
Berlengas Sea Pink (Armeria berlengensis) is a compact, cushion-forming perennial with pink, globular flower heads, native to the Berlengas Islands of Portugal.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for best flowering.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings; avoid waterlogging.
Well-drained, Sandy, Loamy
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers mild to warm temperatures; can tolerate light frost.
Low
25% intensity
Feed sparingly in spring with a balanced fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry to the touch. Allow the soil to drain completely between waterings. Avoid waterlogged conditions, which can lead to root rot.
Reduce watering significantly during winter dormancy.
After flowering, deadhead spent blooms to encourage further flowering and maintain a tidy appearance. Trim back any unruly growth in late autumn to shape the plant and prepare it for winter.
This promotes dense, compact growth.
Propagate by division in early spring or late autumn when the plant is dormant. Carefully separate clumps, ensuring each section has roots and shoots. Alternatively, sow seeds in autumn or spring in well-drained compost.
Repot every 2-3 years in spring, or when the plant becomes root-bound. Use a gritty, well-draining compost mix, such as a blend for succulents or cacti. Ensure the new pot has drainage holes.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Berlengas Sea Pink (Armeria berlengensis)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Caryophyllales |
| Family | Plumbaginaceae |
| Genus | Armeria |
| Species | Armeria berlengensis |
Similar in genus Armeria
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