Limonium gmelinii (Siberian Statice)
Siberian Statice, Limonium hungaricum, Limonium hypanicum, Limonium pycnanthum, Statice glauca, Statice pycnantha
A vigorous grower, Limonium gmelinii (Siberian Statice) is a clump-forming perennial boasting attractive sprays of tiny papery smoky-blue flowers in mid to late summer. Blooming in a cloud, they add a soft haze and airy touch in the garden. They are borne on slender and multi-branched stems which rise from a basal rosette of broad, flat, rounded, blue-green leaves. Their dry, papery petals retain their color well, making them an excellent choice for fresh-cut flowers or dried arrangements. Attractive to bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, Siberian Statice is a relatively easy perennial to cultivate, with few cultural needs.
- Grows up to 2-3 ft. tall and wide (60-90 cm).
- Easy to grow, Siberian Statice performs best in full sun in average, medium moisture, well-drained soils. Drought tolerant once established.
- A welcomed addition to cottage gardens, coastal gardens, or rock gardens.
- virtually pest and disease free. Keep an eye out for crown and root rot and make sure you provide good air circulation.
- Cut back after flowering
- Propagate by seed in pots outdoors in spring or propagate by division in spring. Seed is the easiest form of propagation. The roots are long and division is difficult.
- Native to Eastern Europe, Siberia.
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Requirements
Hardiness | 5
– 9 |
---|---|
Climate Zones | 1, 1A, 1B, 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
Plant Type | Perennials |
Plant Family | Limonium - Sea Lavender |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest |
Summer (Mid,Late) |
Height | 2' – 3' (60cm – 90cm) |
Spread | 2' – 3' (60cm – 90cm) |
Spacing | 30" – 36" (75cm – 90cm) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Dried Arrangements, Cut Flowers, Showy |
Tolerance | Drought |
Attracts | Bees |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders |
Garden Styles | Coastal Garden, Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage |
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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Requirements
Hardiness | 5
– 9 |
---|---|
Climate Zones | 1, 1A, 1B, 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
Plant Type | Perennials |
Plant Family | Limonium - Sea Lavender |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest |
Summer (Mid,Late) |
Height | 2' – 3' (60cm – 90cm) |
Spread | 2' – 3' (60cm – 90cm) |
Spacing | 30" – 36" (75cm – 90cm) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Dried Arrangements, Cut Flowers, Showy |
Tolerance | Drought |
Attracts | Bees |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders |
Garden Styles | Coastal Garden, Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage |