Dark blue statice – Midnight Blue. Statice is a mainstay of traditional flower arrangements. It is easy to grow and comes in a wide range of colors.

25 seeds

PLANTING

Limonium sinuate

Annual

Germination:7-10 days

Germination Temperature:Optimum soil temperatures 70-75F.

Seed Planting Depth:Sow on the surface and lightly cover the seed

Starting Indoors:Start indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost. Provide 70-75F soil temperature. Transplant into the garden after the last frost.

Sowing Outdoors:Direct sowing not recommended

Growth Habit:Upright

Height and Width:24-30 by 10-12

Spacing:12-16 apart

Light Needs: Full sun

Soil Needs:Fertile, well-drained

Approximate days to flower from seed:110-120 days

Uses:Fresh and dried cut flowers, flower beds, and containers

Care:Water seedlings regularly until established. Amend the soil with compost before transplanting.Harvest when blossoms have fully opened. Keep flowers cut to encourages more flower production. Hang upside down to dry in a cool dark place.