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Goniolimon tataricum

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Gerald L. Klingaman

Family

Plumbaginaceae

Botanical Name

Goniolimon tataricum

Plant Common Name

Statice, Tartarian Statice

General Description

Forming rounded rosettes of gray-green leaves with white spots, Tartarian statice produces dense, architectural flower stems that are desirable for both fresh and dried cutflower arrangements. This herbaceous perennial is native to southeastern Europe, including the highlands of the Caucasus and southern Russia.

The long, tongue-like, light gray-green leaves form a basal rosette. Though low-growing, the clumps of leaves are quite attractive in their own right. In mid to late summer, flower stems rise from the center of the leaves to form short, dense branches covered with tiny, papery, white flowers with red innermost petals. The insect pollinated flowers result in silvery-tan fruits that are visually interesting.

Grow Tartarian statice in full or nearly full sun exposures and sandy soils with moderate organic matter. The soil must also have good drainage. Tolerant of both winter cold and summer heat, this status flowers best in where summers are warm and somewhat dry. Wonderful airy flowers make this perennial a must-have for cutting or cottage gardens, including those near the seaside.

Characteristics

  • AHS Heat Zone

    10 - 5

  • USDA Hardiness Zone

    4 - 10

  • Plant Type

    Perennial

  • Sun Exposure

    Full Sun

  • Height

    10"-18" / 25.4cm - 45.7cm

  • Width

    12"-20" / 30.5cm - 50.8cm

  • Bloom Time

    Late Spring, Early Summer, Summer

  • Native To

    Eastern Europe, Southern Europe, Russia/Siberia, Turkey

Growing Conditions

  • Soil pH

    Neutral, Alkaline

  • Soil Drainage

    Well Drained

  • Soil type

    Loam, Sand

  • Tolerances

    Salt

  • Growth Rate

    Medium

  • Water Requirements

    Drought Tolerant, Average Water

  • Habit

    Rosette/Stemless

  • Seasonal Interest

    Summer, Fall

Ornamental Features

  • Flower Interest

    Showy

  • Flower Color

    White, Red

  • Flower Color Modifier

    Bicolor

  • Fruit Color

    Brown

  • Foliage Color (Spring)

    Green, Gray Green

  • Foliage Color (Spring) Modifier

    Spotted/Mottled

  • Foliage Color (Summer)

    Green, Gray Green

  • Foliage Color (Summer) Modifier

    Spotted/Mottled

  • Foliage Color (Fall)

    Green, Gray Green

  • Foliage Color (Fall) Modifier

    Spotted/Mottled

  • Fragrant Flowers

    No

  • Fragrant Fruit

    No

  • Fragrant Foliage

    No

  • Bark or Stem Fragrant

    No

  • Flower Petal Number

    Single

  • Repeat Bloomer

    No

  • Showy Fruit

    Yes

  • Edible Fruit

    No

  • Showy Foliage

    Yes

  • Foliage Texture

    Medium

  • Foliage Sheen

    Matte

  • Evergreen

    No

  • Showy Bark

    No

Special Characteristics

  • Usage

    Cutflower, Dried Flower/Everlasting, Edging, Mixed Border, Rock Garden / Wall, Wildflower

  • Sharp or Has Thorns

    No

  • Invasive

    No

  • Attracts

    Butterflies

  • Self-Sowing

    Yes