Plant Information
Quartet Blue Matthiola
Scientific Name: Matthiola incana
Common Name: Stock
Hardiness Degree: 34°F (1.1°C)
Plant Habit: Upright
Characteristics: Fragrant Flowers
Fertilize: Every two weeks
Height: 18 - 24" (46 - 61cm)
Exposure: Sun
General Information: Strong stems support a beautiful spray of flowers, which makes Quartet an excellent cut flower. The variety features an early blooming habit with sweetly scented flowers. Stock Quartet is a retail and consumer hit and ideally suited for bouquets. Quartet is also a popular bedding plant in some markets.
Early-blooming, sweetly scented spray-type series has strong branching and hard stems, making it excellent for bouquets and floral arrangements. Up to 55% of the blooms are doubles. Pinching is required to make a well-balanced spray form. Also suited to 6-in. (15-cm) pot programs with PGRs.