Statice 'Forever Moonlight'

Forever Moonlight (Limonium sinuatum)

Cream, lemon, and soft buttery tones drift over the field in Forever Moonlight, a statice mix of subtle warmth and quiet elegance. Upright stems reach 24–32 in, each crowned with clusters of delicate, papery blooms that glow softly in the summer sun. The mix of pale hues gives this variety a luminous, creamy presence in the garden—neither stark white nor vivid yellow, but something gentler, like moonlit petals caught in morning mist.

A gardener’s and florist’s delight, ‘Forever Moonlight’ is prized for both fresh cut and dried arrangements. The slender, leafless branches maintain structure and charm long after harvest, while the sturdy stems and consistent bloom habit make it easy to grow. In full sun and well-drained soil, it rewards you with a long flowering season. Pair it with blush pink snapdragons for soft romance, or plant beside deep lavender cosmos to bring out its creamy warmth in a mixed bouquet.

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.