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Quick Facts
| Scientific Name | Matthiola incana |
|---|---|
| Colour | Ruby Red |
| Days To Maturity | 90 - 100 days |
| Seeds Per Packet | 40 |
| Sowing Time | February - May |
| Life Cycle | Annual |
Price
ZAR65.00
Stock Ruby Red
Stock Red Ruby Flowers are stunning and are sure to enhance the ambiance of your event. The blooms create clusters of round, paired flowers that form at the top of each stem.
| Colour |
Ruby Red
|
|---|---|
| Scientific Name |
Matthiola incana
|
| Height |
45cm - 60cm
|
| Days To Maturity |
90 - 100 days
|
| Life Cycle |
Annual
|
| Light Preferences |
Sun
|
| Sowing Time |
February - May
|
| Days To Germination |
7 – 10 days
|
| Planting Space |
15cm
|
| Planting Tip |
Sow seeds in germination trays, covering with 1mm growing medium. Keep moist at all times. Plant out after 6 weeks
|
| Pinch |
Pinching is not necessary
|
| Seeds Per Packet |
40
|
| Uses |
Excellent cut flower. Edible, peppery, clove-like flavour use as a garnish on salads, desserts and drinks.
|
| Netting |
No plant netting needed
|
| Harvesting Tips |
Pinch plants every few weeks to keep them in bloom as long as possible. Gather blossoms to use as cut flowers just as they open
|
| Germination |
Easy
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