Matthiola incana Iron Purple | Stock

Matthiola incana Iron Purple | Stock

Matthiola incana Iron Purple is a premium stock variety, known for its deep purple blooms, strong stems, and uniform growth. With an elegant fragrance and long vase life, this variety is perfect for cut flower production, garden borders, and floral arrangements. Iron Purple is an excellent choice for professional growers and home gardeners seeking reliable, high-quality flowers.

Key Features:

• Rich Color: Deep purple blooms with a striking appearance.
• Fragrant Flowers: Classic stock fragrance, ideal for floral arrangements.
• Strong Stems & Uniform Growth: High-quality blooms for professional cut flower production.
• Early & Consistent Blooming: Reliable flowering throughout the season.

Growing Information:

• Scientific Name: Matthiola incana
• Cultivation Location: Greenhouse, open field
• Plant Density: 20-30 plants per m²
• Sowing Period: Early spring to early summer
• Cultivation Temperature: Moderate to warm
• Time to Young Plant: 4-5 weeks
• Time to Maturity: 10-12 weeks
• Days to Germination: 7-14 days at 18-22°C

Sowing & Cultivation:

• Sowing Method: Surface sow into seedling trays or pots 8-10 weeks before planting. Light is required for germination. A fine layer of vermiculite helps retain moisture.
• Watering: Bottom water or mist lightly to prevent seed displacement.
• Transplanting: Move seedlings to larger containers when true leaves appear (approximately 3-4 weeks after sowing).
• Pinching: Optional for bushier plants and more branching.
• Spacing: 25-30 cm apart for optimal growth and airflow.

Additional Details:

• Light Preference: Full sun to part shade
• Plant Height: 30-60 cm
• Stem Length: 50-70 cm
• Hardiness Zones: Annual
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, fertile soil with neutral to slightly alkaline pH
• Vase Life: 7-10 days
• Harvesting: Cut flowers when the lower 1/3 to 1/2 of the spike is open.
• Storage Temperature: 0-4°C

Uses:

Perfect for cut flowers, floral arrangements, and garden borders.

Matthiola incana Iron Purple is an excellent choice for growers and floral designers looking for a high-performing, fragrant stock variety with striking deep purple blooms.