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Matthiola incana Katz Lavender Light | Stock

Matthiola incana Katz Lavender Light | Stock

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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.

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