Statice 'Forever Happy'

Forever Happy (Limonium sinuatum)

A playful colour contrast of light rose-lavender bracts and sunny-yellow flowers when used as a fresh cut flower. This uncommon colour combination is useful for bridging multiple colours in an arrangement. Each papery flower retains its colour long after harvest, so arrangements remain joyful well into the colder months.

In the garden, this hardy annual thrives in sun and lean soil, holding up beautifully in heat and dry conditions. Pollinators flit among the blossoms while the gardener gathers stem after stem for fresh bouquets or everlasting work. Like a patch of sunshine in bloom, Forever Happy brings a spark of colour to every corner it touches.

DETAILS:

QTY: 50

TYPE: Annual

SITE: Full Sun

DEPTH: Barely Cover

GERMINATION: 5-14 days at 21°C

HEIGHT: 24" - 30”

MATURITY: 110 - 120 Days

SPACING: 12”

PINCH: No

HOW TO GROW:

Transplant (recommended): Sow seeds into your preferred seedling containers 5–6 weeks before you plan to move them outdoors. Light aids germination, so cover the seeds just enough to hold them in place with a very fine layer of soil or vermiculite. Once the seedlings emerge, provide a temperature of 16°C  for 1–2 weeks to encourage strong root development. Harden off the seedlings by gradually exposing them to outdoor conditions for 7–10 days before transplanting them into the garden after all danger of frost has passed.

Direct Seeding (not recommended): Direct seeding is generally not recommended for Limonium sinuatum, as starting indoors gives you a much better success rate and an earlier bloom time.

Soil Preference and Watering: Limonium thrives in full sun and requires well-drained soil. It is highly tolerant of sandy or lean soils and will not tolerate being waterlogged. Water consistently during germination and establishment. Once mature, it is very drought-tolerant.

Pinching and Fertilizing: Pinching is not typically necessary for Limonium. Deadheading spent flowers will encourage a longer blooming season. It is a light feeder; amending the soil with compost before planting is usually sufficient. Over-fertilizing can lead to weak, floppy growth.