Matthiola Plant

Matthiola plant

Cover very lightly with less than a half inch of fine garden soil or potting mix. Water the young plants thoroughly and often until stems begin to sprout up, then water only twice per week. Transplant stock into the garden after the last frost date has passed, spacing each plant out about seven to 12 inches apart.

Can you grow Matthiola indoors?

Planting and Spacing Matthiola Grow indoor seedlings under a fluorescent light; when seedlings have six leaves, put them up to 4-inch pots. Sow seed outdoors in smoothly prepared and fertilized beds; plant seeds 1 to 2 inches (2.5-5cm) apart and cover with 1/8 inch of soil. Space stock 12 inches (55cm) apart.

Is Matthiola poisonous?

The flowers are edible, quite mild compared to the root.

Does stock flower come back every year?

Stock flower info says the plant is an annual, grown from seed to fill those bare spots among other blooms in the spring to a summer garden. Other info says stock flowers can be biennial. In areas without freezing winters, stock flower info says it may even perform as a perennial.

Does Matthiola like sun or shade?

For best results, grow Mattihola longipetala in full sun in moist, well-drained soil. Pick off spent blooms to keep the flowers coming.

Does Matthiola bloom all summer?

M. incana is a cool-weather plant that blooms from early spring into summer. For buds to set, the temperature must be below 60°F. Plants require full sun to light shade, and average to rich soil that drains well.

How do you keep stocks blooming?

Stock flowers enjoy full sun but will bloom just fine in partial shade conditions, as long as they get at least 2-3 hours of sun per day; indirect sunlight will also keep them blooming. Too much hot bright sunlight will overwhelm them, so morning sun is better than afternoon sun.

How long does Matthiola bloom?

Flowers bloom from late spring into fall (sometimes frost) in cool summer conditions, but bloom time is abbreviated considerably in hot summer climates. This species develops a woody base in areas where it grows as a biennial or short-lived perennial, hence the name of stock.

Can stock flowers be grown in pots?

Stock is grown for its fragrance, so it is a good plant for containers or outdoor sitting areas.

What are the uses of Matthiola?

Medicinal Uses The seeds are aphrodisiac, bitter, diuretic, expectorant, stimulant, stomachic and tonic[240]. An infusion has been used in the treatment of cancer and when mixed with wine it has been used as an antidote to poisonous bites[240].

Is stock flower toxic to dogs?

In terms of cut flowers, there are a handful which are considered less toxic or not toxic for pets. These include roses, lisianthus, alstroemeria (though they can still cause a fair bit of stomach upset), wax flower, statice, sunflowers, orchids, gerbera daisies, snapdragons, stock, freesia and limonium.

Are Matthiola perennials?

A perennial stock that has thrived in our hot dry gravel for several years. Originally given to us as seed from Great Dixter. Felty grey foliage and pure white scented flowers.

When should you cut back stocks?

Cuttings can be taken from perennials at the end of the summer – snip off a shoot around 5 cm long, ideally cutting at the point of a leaf node. Nip off any flowers or buds on the shoot, and nip away all but three leaves.

Do stock flowers need full sun?

Plant in the garden after all danger of frost has passed. Select a location in full sun in a rich, moist, well-drained soil.

What to do with stock after it blooms?

Cut off the entire flower spike to the next lateral bud with a clean pair of garden scissors when all of its flowers have faded. The next lateral bud is usually at the joint between the first set of leaves under the flower spike and the stem. The stock plant should send up an additional flush of bloom.

How do you prune Matthiola?

Deadhead by cutting spent flower spikes back to small flowering side shoots. Cut down all growth to ground level after it has withered in autumn.

Are stock flowers cold hardy?

Stock comes in a wide range of colors and will withstand cold temperatures, making them a great choice for late winter seed starting, even in cooler climates.

How do you take care of a Matthiola?

Planting and Growing Matthiola They prefer a rich, moist, well drained soil that is slightly alkaline. Thrives in full sun or light shade. Lime the soil before planting if necessary. Do not grow in soil that has been used for growing brassicas during the last two seasons.

How often does the stinky plant bloom?

The corpse flower (Amorphophallus titanum) is the largest unbranched inflorescence in the plant kingdom, boasts a powerful stink, and blooms for just 2-3 days once every year or two. The bloom can grow up to 8 feet tall!

What time of year does stock flower?

Stocks are a very popular spring flowering annual that produce a magnificent display when planted out in garden beds. This is due to their columns of fragrant flowers that come in brilliant shades of white, pink, lavender, red and purple.