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StoX® Yellow
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. Creamy yellow blooms are similar in color to Iron Yellow and Katz Yellow. 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: moderate. Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil. Space plants 12" apart. Germination: 7-14 days.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Cabbage looper, diamondback moth, aphids. Common diseases: Clubroot, damping off, root rot.