Cut flower

Statice

Papery clusters that hold their colour dried — a market grower's mainstay.

Sun

Full sun

Water

Low

Soil

Well-drained

Difficulty

Easy

Container

Yes

Edible part

Ornamental

Lifecycle

Annual

Hardiness

Half-hardy

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Plants well with

Where to source

Get growing in United Kingdom

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Thompson & Morgan

Stocks statice varieties bred for UK cool summers; reliable germination for London's unpredictable spring weather.

Crocus

Offers terracotta and plastic pots sized for statice's shallow roots; essential for container growing in London.

Amazon UK

Supplies pruning shears and deadheading tools needed to extend statice flowering through London's shorter growing season.