Flowers
Matthiola bicornis -
Night-scented Stock
These dainty, mauve flowers are a must-have for fragrance. As the name "night-scented stock" suggests, their fragrance is strongest in the evening. Plant near your entertaining areas to really appreciate this sweet scent on long, summer evenings. Can last over a week in water.
- Plant type
- Half-Hardy Annual / Hardy Annual
- Position
- Full Sun to Partial Sun
- Height
- 30cm
- Spread
- 25cm
Growing calendar
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Sow outdoors
Flowering
Sowing & growing
Sow directly from March-June, in shallow drills, in light and well-drained soil. Thin out to 30cm apart and keep well watered, especially during dry spells. Do not allow soil to become waterlogged. The young plants will tolerate light frost, but in colder climates, young seedlings may need some protection.
Aftercare
Remove faded flowers to promote more blooms.
Gallery
Ref. SEM002