Matthiola incana Katz Lavender Light | Stock

Matthiola incana Katz Lavender Light | Stock

Matthiola incana Katz Lavender Light is a high-quality variety known for its delicate, lavender-colored double blooms and strong stems, making it ideal for cut flowers and garden beds. This cool-season annual produces tall, well-branched flower spikes filled with densely packed, fragrant blooms, adding a classic and romantic touch to any garden.

Part of the Katz series, this variety is bred for uniform growth, early flowering, and superior bloom quality, making it a favorite among both commercial growers and home gardeners. With its spicy-sweet fragrance and long vase life, Katz Lavender Light is a perfect choice for spring and autumn plantings.

Key Features

• Lavender-colored double blooms with a rich fragrance
• Sturdy, upright stems perfect for cut flower production
• Thrives in cool weather, ideal for early spring and autumn
• Long vase life, great for bouquets and floral arrangements
• Early blooming and uniform growth
• Attracts pollinators and beneficial insects
• Cold hardy up to -6°C, making it suitable for cooler climates

Sowing & Growing Instructions

• Days to bloom: 90-100 days
• Height: 80 cm
• Indoor/Greenhouse Sowing: Start from February. For continuous blooms, sow every two weeks.
• Germination Time: 5-7 days at 18–24°C.
• Seed Spacing: Sow 2 seeds per cell, thinning later to ensure strong growth.
• Sowing Depth: 2 mm, lightly cover with vermiculite to retain moisture.
• Light Requirement: Seeds need light to germinate, do not exclude it.

Seedling Care & Fertilization

• Watering: Maintain moisture but avoid overwatering to prevent root rot.
• After 10 days: Fertilize with a 0.1% potassium nitrate solution.
• Follow-up fertilization: Use calcium nitrate and a balanced water-soluble fertilizer to support strong stems and healthy blooms.

Transplanting & Maintenance

• Planting Site: Sunny, well-drained soil.
• Outdoor Planting: Once seedlings develop 4–5 true leaves, they can be transplanted into beds or a greenhouse.
• Plant Spacing: 30 cm apart to allow proper airflow.
• Cutting Flowers: Regular harvesting of blooms encourages continuous flowering.
• Pest Control: Stock may be prone to aphids; treat with appropriate control methods if necessary.

Important Notes
Do not pinch or top seedlings, as it will stop flowering.

Why Choose Matthiola incana Katz Lavender Light?

• Early and uniform flowering
• Ideal for cut flowers and floral arrangements
• Easy to grow with minimal maintenance
• Cold tolerant up to -6°C
• Richly scented and long-lasting blooms

Matthiola incana Katz Lavender Light is an excellent choice for garden beauty and professional cut flower production, ensuring fragrant, elegant blooms throughout the season.