It grows in the mountains or on sand dunes by the sea in Europe, North and South America. Leaves narrow, dark red throughout the growing season, are 10 cm high, flower stems up to 20 cm. Flowers pink V-VI. An undemanding species suitable for well-drained soils in a sunny location.
Use for rock gardens, borders, and perennial beds.
Habitat circles FR2 - open areas with fresh soil (stony shores), M1 - rocky stony mats with dry soil.