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Iron Apricot

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Iron Apricot

Flower

Matthiola incana

  • Partial sun
  • Zones 6–10
  • 90 days to maturity
  • Flowers
  • 12" spacing
  • High water
  • Annual
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  • Overview

    Early single-stem, or column-type stock in a highly uniform series for one-cut harvest. Aptly named for strong, straight, rigid stems. Iron performed well in our spring, early summer, and fall trials. Selectable for doubles and 55% double without selection. Compared to Katz, Iron is slightly later to flower, and has somewhat shorter and thicker stems. Tightly spaced florets on the flower spike make for compact 1 1/2-2", creamy peach-colored blooms with a full appearance. NOTE: This variety produces one flowering stem per plant. Pinching is not advisable as it will terminate flowering. Edible Flowers: The peppery, clove-like flavor of the flowers lends itself well to use as a garnish on salads, desserts, and drinks.

  • Planting

    Start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost, or direct sow after last frost

  • Growing

    Sun: partial. Water: high. Soil: Well-drained soil, neutral to slightly alkaline. Space plants 12" apart. Germination: 7-14 days.