Stock Deep Rose Flower Seeds

Stock Deep Rose Flower Seeds (Matthiola Incana Ten Week Deep Rose), Annual.

Minimum 25 seeds per package.

These lovely annuals grown from seeds have been popular garden flowers for centuries. In Britain, they date back to the 1500s and were called Gilliflowers. They were known for their sweet fragrance and woody "stock" or stem. This deep rose colored Matthiola Incana flower makes a breathtaking display of cool season color. Up to 60% of the plant will be covered with the gorgeous blooms!

Rose Stock flowers perform best in temperatures under 75F and tolerate light frosts. Where winters are mild set out plants in early fall for blooms beginning in winter or early spring. Stock Matthiola Incana is very well-suited for coastal climates, and enjoy cool, damp summers. They are very common in the Pacific Northwest. Stock flowers are excellent for cutting and will last in a vase for up to 2 weeks. They have a wonderful fragrance, as well!

Season: Annual

USDA Zones: 3 - 10

Height: approx. 14 inches

Bloom Season: Varies depending on location

Bloom Color: Deep rose

Environment: Full sun

Soil Type: Gritty, well-drained, pH 5.8 - 6.8

Deer Resistant: No

Temperature: 70F

Average Germ Time: 14 - 28 days

Light Required: Yes

Depth: Lightly cover seed 1/8 inch

Sowing Rate: 3 - 4 seeds per plant

Moisture: Keep seeds moist until germination

Plant Spacing: 14 inches

Sow rose Stock flower seeds indoors using small pots or starter trays 6 - 8 weeks before the last expected frost. Press the Stock seeds into the soil and cover no more than 1/8 inch with soil. Matthiola Incana seeds need light and continuous moisture to germinate. Transplant the Stock seedlings into the garden 14 inches apart. Stock flower care includes fertilizing monthly with a general purpose liquid fertilizer. Also, trim the Stock flower spikes when they are down blooming. Deadheading is to neaten the appearance of the plant. Re-seeding is not a problem.

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