Description
Rainbow Quartet Stock is made for gardeners who care as much about fragrance as color. Its ruffled flower spikes lean into a gentle cream-and-rose palette, making it easy to pair with snapdragons, ranunculus, violas, and early herbs.
Why Grow It
- Classic clove-like fragrance for bouquets and entry gardens.
- Soft blended colors suit premium spring arrangements.
- Cool-season habit makes it useful before summer annuals take over.
Growing Information
| Botanical name | Matthiola incana |
|---|---|
| Life cycle | Cool-season annual or biennial depending on climate |
| Mature height | 18-30 in. |
| Light | Full sun to part sun |
| Bloom / harvest window | Spring to early summer |
| Seed count | 50 seeds |
| Sowing advice | Start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost or direct sow as soon as soil can be worked. Cover lightly. |
| Spacing | 8-12 in. apart |
| Germination | 7-14 days at 60-70 F |
Best For
- fragrant cut flower rows
- spring borders
- cottage gardens
- porch containers
Packet Details
Includes 50 seeds. Packed for home gardeners and small cutting-garden trials. Store seeds somewhere cool, dry, and dark until sowing.
FAQ
Does stock prefer cool weather?
Yes. It is happiest in cool spring conditions and can decline when high heat arrives.
Can I grow stock for cutting?
Yes. Cut when lower flowers begin to open and place stems into clean water promptly.
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