Description
Column Stock (Matthiola incana) is grown as much for scent as for looks. Single unbranched spikes packed with double florets in white, cream, pink, rose, lavender and deep purple carry a rich clove-and-vanilla perfume that fills a room from a single vase.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!Why gardeners choose it
- Powerful clove-like fragrance – one of the most scented cut flowers grown
- Single straight column spikes, ideal for bouquets and weddings
- Full colour mix in white, cream, pink, rose, lavender and purple
- Prefers cool weather – excellent for spring and autumn cutting
- 50 seeds per packet
Growing guide
- Sow: surface sow and press in – light aids germination
- Germination: 7-14 days at 15-21 C (60-70 F)
- Spacing: 20-25 cm (8-10 in) apart
- Light: full sun to light shade in rich, moist, well-drained soil
- Bloom: 70-90 days; sow early, as heat cuts the flowering short
Germination-tested seed, packed fresh and shipped worldwide from Seeds Grow In.
