Statice Blue Seeds (Limonium sinuatum)

Statice Blue is a classic everlasting flower, cherished for its vibrant blue papery blooms that retain their color beautifully both fresh and dried. Known for its durability and striking display, this hardy annual is a favorite for cut flower gardens, dried arrangements, and border plantings. With long stems and vivid color, it adds elegance to bouquets and flower beds alike.

What Makes It Special

• Striking deep blue blooms that hold color when dried

• Excellent for fresh bouquets and everlasting arrangements

• Drought-tolerant and low maintenance

• Long-lasting cut flower with a professional florist’s touch

Key Features

• Botanical name: Limonium sinuatum

• Variety: Blue

• Seed count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: 60–75 cm tall, 25–30 cm spread

• Position: Full sun; well-drained, sandy/light soil

• Flowering period: July–September

Ideal For

• Fresh cut and dried flower arrangements

• Cottage gardens and summer borders

• Drought-tolerant and coastal gardens

• Pollinator-friendly planting schemes

Sowing Instructions

1. When to sow: February–April indoors; or outdoors after frost has passed

2. How to sow:

   • Sow on the surface of moist compost, cover lightly with vermiculite

   • Keep at 18–20°C; germination in 10–20 days

3. Transplanting: Prick out seedlings and grow on; plant 25–30 cm apart once frost-free

4. Care: Prefers light soil and sunny conditions; water sparingly