Early Spring (Late February to Early March)

• Indoor Sowing with Grow Lights: Start the first batch of statice seeds indoors about 6-8 weeks before the last frost (around late February). Statice takes about 10-14 days to germinate and can be transplanted after the risk of frost has passed.

• Transplanting to Unheated Greenhouse: Move seedlings to your unheated greenhouse in mid-April to harden off before outdoor transplanting.

• Bloom Time: This batch will bloom in late spring to early summer (June to July).

Mid-Spring (Late March)

• Second Indoor Sowing: Start the second batch of seeds indoors in late March to maintain your succession plan.

• Transplanting Outdoors: Transplant outdoors in mid-May after the last frost, or into the unheated greenhouse in April if conditions are favorable.

• Bloom Time: This batch will bloom from mid-summer (July to early August).

Late Spring (Late April)

• Direct Sowing in Unheated Greenhouse or Indoors: Start your third batch in the greenhouse or indoors in late April for another round of blooms.

• Transplanting Outdoors: Move seedlings outdoors in late May to early June.

• Bloom Time: Expect blooms from mid to late summer (August).

Early Summer (Late May to Early June)

• Direct Sowing Outdoors: Sow the fourth batch of statice seeds directly in outdoor beds in late May to early June as temperatures stabilize.

• Bloom Time: This batch will bloom in late summer (August to September).

Midsummer (Late June)

• Final Direct Sowing Outdoors: Sow the last batch of seeds outdoors in late June for a final round of blooms before fall.

• Bloom Time: This batch will bloom from late summer to early fall (September to October).

To harvest statice, wait until most of the flowers in the cluster are fully open but before they start to fade. This timing ensures vibrant color retention for both fresh and dried arrangements. Use sharp, clean shears to cut the stems at their base, ideally in the morning when the plant is well-hydrated. After cutting, remove any lower leaves to prevent decay and place the stems in a clean vase with water. If drying, hang the stems upside down in a dry, well-ventilated area away from direct sunlight for several weeks until they are fully dry and crisp. Proper harvesting and drying techniques will help you maintain statice’s beauty and longevity for a variety of floral uses.