Armeria maritima Morning Star Deep Rose


Approved Novelty

Armeria maritima Morning Star Deep Rose is a first year flowering perennial. The variety has multiple short stems and a striking intense colour.

Technical information

Novelty Characteristic:
First year flowering, multiple short stems, very intense colour.
Colour:
Deep rose
Flower:
Double, 2-3 cm
Flowering Period:
End of May to September
Type:
Annual/Perennial, O.P., Diploid
Use:
Bedding plant
Seed:
1500 seeds per gram
Plant:
Height: 15-18 cm; Spread: 15 cm
Growing:

Sow in week 3 in packs or in week 8 at 20°C. Do not cover the seed, keep moderate moist. 100 days sowing to flowering. Grow at 15°C.

Planting:
Plant out mid May. 3 plants/pot, 25 plants/m2 or at 15 x 30 cm distance in sunny spot. Hardy.

Registration details

Breeder:
Benary
Entry number:
05/06
Protection Period:
20 years
Expiry Date:
2026-12-31