Statice 'QIS Apricot'

QIS Apricot (Limonium sinuatum)

Also known as Statice, Sea Lavender, or Wavyleaf Sea Lavender

Bathed in the glow of a late-summer sunset, QIS Apricot brings a warm, sun-washed beauty to gardens and bouquets. Each cluster blooms in rich apricot tones touched with gold and soft blush, like the fading light caught in paper-thin petals. This is a colour that bridges seasons — warm enough for autumn’s harvest tones, yet soft enough to mingle with spring’s earliest blooms.

Heat-loving and drought-tolerant, QIS Apricot thrives in sunny, well-drained places where other flowers may fade. Its long stems are perfect for fresh cutting, while its dried blooms retain their golden glow for years. Whether gathered into a late summer bouquet or tucked into a winter wreath, it lends warmth and timeless charm.

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.