Perennial – Dreameria ‘Vivid Dreams’

Dreameria ‘Vivid Dreams’ 

Botanical name: armeria pseudarmeria 

Beginner friendly?: yes

Average size at maturity: about 1 ft in height and in spread 

Hardy zone: zones 5-9

Growth rate: reaches fully mature size in 1-3 growing seasons 

Foliage color: green

Flower color: purple, pink

Bloom time:  spring, summer, fall 

Pruning instructions: deadhead withered blooms as needed to promote more blooms

Propagation methods: propagate by seed sowing 

Landscape use: borders/edging, flower garden, container plant, groundcover 

Special features: long-lasting blooms, attracts pollinators, heat tolerant 

Light needs: 6 hours of sun per day 

Watering instructions: allow the top 2-4 inches of soil to dry out between watering sessions 

Fertilizing instructions : use a slow-release balanced fertilizer once a month throughout the spring, summer, and fall seasons 

Best time to plant: spring 

Best type of soil: loam

Companion plants: coneflower, daylilies, daisies, lavender 

Toxicity level: mildly toxic for humans and pets if ingested 

Invasive species: no