Statice 'QIS White'

QIS White (Limonium sinuatum)

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

Fresh as new snow under a winter sun, QIS White brings clarity and light to gardens and arrangements. Each branching stem carries clusters of pure white blooms with a paper-like texture, making them a natural choice for wedding work, dried winter displays, and wreaths that glow softly in the light.

QIS White is a resilient and prolific bloomer, thriving in sunny, well-drained places while withstanding heat and summer drought. Its bright blooms pair effortlessly with any other flower, making it a quiet but essential presence in both cutting gardens and floral design. This is the flower that quietly elevates everything around it.

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.