Growing Guides
Matthiola bicornis

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.

Ref. SEM002

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