Pink Pokers Statice is a compact flowering variety of Limonium suworowii that transforms into a summer spectacle of distinctive poker-like blooms. Growing 18 to 30 inches tall with a neat 12-inch spread, this open-pollinated cultivar reaches full flower in 70 to 84 days from seed, making it fast enough for even short growing seasons. Hardy from zones 3 to 11, it thrives in full sun with minimal water, and its blooms are exceptional both fresh and dried, attracting pollinators while shrugging off deer.
Full Sun
Low
3-11
30in H x 12in W
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Moderate
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Pink Pokers produces the signature elongated flower spikes that define statice, holding individual blooms that open progressively along the stem for weeks of color. Its drought tolerance and low-water needs make it genuinely low-maintenance once established, while its dual purpose as a fresh cut flower and dried arrangement means a single planting supplies the vase all season long. Gardeners working in cold climates will appreciate its hardiness down to zone 3, extending statice growing into regions where many tender annuals struggle.
Pink Pokers shines as a cut flower, whether you're harvesting stems fresh for immediate arrangements or hanging them to dry for long-lasting displays. The individual florets open progressively along the spike, extending the vase life of fresh cuts and creating a gradually revealing show in dried bouquets. Its structure and color make it a natural choice for floral designers and home gardeners who want reliable, season-long material for both contemporary and traditional arrangements.
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Sow indoors 6 to 8 weeks before your last frost date using a seed-starting mix with light vermiculite coverage to maintain humidity. Surface sow and press seeds in gently; light aids germination. Germination typically occurs in 7 to 14 days at 68 to 70°F. Once seedlings emerge, lower temperature to 55 to 60°F to encourage strong rooting. Johnny's Selected Seeds recommends specifically maintaining 60°F (16°C) for 1 to 2 weeks after emergence for optimal root development.
Harden off seedlings gradually, then transplant out after all danger of frost has passed. Spacing recommendations vary (1 inch for dense coverage, 8 inches for individual specimens); choose based on your desired final plant density and air circulation needs.
Direct seeding is not recommended for this variety. Indoor starting gives you stronger plants and more reliable flowering within the season.
Harvest Pink Pokers when individual flowers are mostly open and showing color. Cut stems with a sharp knife to avoid bruising the delicate flower spikes. For fresh arrangements, harvest in early morning when stems are most turgid. For drying, cut at the same stage of bloom and hang stems upside down in a warm, dry location with good air circulation until completely crisp.
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