Trial: Annual
Years Trialed: 1996Good Qualities
A good mix of colors, consistent germination and growth. Stem length of all plants within 15 cm (6 in) of each other. No visible signs of disease or pest problems and able to take a fairly stiff frost of -5C.; Good, strong colors; prolific bloomerProblems
Stems seemed thin and willowy. Production was very low. This bed may have been over fertilized so the problem might be with our culture.; None to report.; Early harvest yielded short stems - later harvests may have been longer.Trial Data
| Yield (stems/plant) | Stem Length (inches) | Market Appreciation Rating¹ | Repeat Again Rating¹ | Ease of Cultivation Rating¹ | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average | 6.4 | 17.3 | 4.3 | 3.7 | 4.7 |
¹1 to 5 scale, with 5 being the best. Market ratings are based on sales to wholesalers, retailers, or final consumers direct.
Comments
Seemed like other Statice mixes. Wide basal foliage and appropriate plant spacing offers good height to plants and weed suppression in flower beds. Straight stems are easy to harvest and bundle. Plants also dry nicely as well as accept glycerine and dye treatments.