
Photos are representative and may not match your specific variety.
StoX® Silver
FlowerMatthiola incana
- Partial sun
- Zones 6–10
- 90 days to maturity
- Flowers
- 12" spacing
- Moderate water
- Annual
Overview
Sturdy, upright stems are comparable in quality to the Iron series. The StoX series was bred for easier selection of double-flowering plants. Double-flowering plants will display a lighter leaf color at the seedling stage after exposure to cool temperatures. Without selection your plants will produce approximately 55% double-flowering plants and 45% single-flowering plants. You might notice that some seedlings will present the lighter color leaves, even without a cold treatment. Single-stem/column-type stock for one-cut harvest. NOTE: This variety produces one flowering stem per plant. Pinching is not advisable as it will terminate flowering. Blooms are pale pink in color. 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 12-14 weeks before desired harvest date, or direct sow after last frost
Growing
Sun: partial. Water: moderate. Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil. Space plants 12" apart. Germination: 7-10 days.