Night Stock (Matthiola Bicornis Purple) 2500 seeds (#1801)

A member of the Matthiola genus native to Eurasia which emits a pleasant scent in the evening and through the night. It has four-petaled purple to white flowers, which are approximately 1 to 2 cm wide. The plant is low-growing and highly branched in form, normally growing to about 40 cm tall. During the heat of the day, the flowers appear wilted.
This species is primarily grown for the evening scent. It is cold-resistant and grown throughout North America.
This hardy annual prefers cool conditions in full sun and may not do well at high temperatures. It is best to plant thickly in clumps if a bushy appearance is desired. In Canada, the tiny seeds are usually sown in the early spring after the last frost and may be started indoors in April.
They will bloom throughout the early summer and well into the summer if watered regularly. They should not be overwatered. They may also be grown in balcony containers although they will not usually stand upright and must not be allowed to become too hot and dry.
Information source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Matthiola_longipetala
Approximately 2500 seeds in 3g packet.

Genus - Matthiola
Species - Bicornis
Variety - Purple
Common name - Night Stock
Pre-Treatment - Not-required
Hardiness zones - 3 - 9
Height - 0,30 - 0,40 m
Spread - 0,40 m
Plant type - Annual flower
Exposure - Full Sun, Partial Sun
Growth rate - Fast
Soil PH - Neutral, alkaline (pH 6.6-7.8)
Soil type - Average garden soil, well drained
Water requirements - Average
Landscape uses - Fragrant, attractive to bees, borders, mixed and rock gardens, pots and containers
Bloom season - June - August
Leaf / Flower color - Green / Purple

GERMINATION INSTRUCTIONS
Sow Inside in March - April.
Cover lightly with vermiculite or fine soil. Keep moist and in bright location,
Best temperature for germination - +16-+20C.
Germination in 1-2 weeks.