Overview
Matthiola incana spring flowering mixed is a bushy annual biennial in the genus Matthiola, part of the Brassicaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Matthiola incana spring flowering mixed grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, wildlife gardens and flower borders and beds.
About
Matthiola incana is a species of flowering plant in the cabbage family Brassicaceae. Common names include Brompton stock, common stock, hoary stock, ten-week stock, and gilly-flower.
About the genus
Matthiola is a genus of flowering plant in the mustard family Brassicaceae. It is named after Italian naturalist Pietro Andrea Mattioli (1501–1577). The genus contains about 50 species of annual, biennial and perennial herbaceous plants and subshrubs.
Wikipedia contributors, "Matthiola", CC BY-SA 4.0 — Matthiola
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Matthiola
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Matthiola incana spring flowering mixed size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Annual Biennial
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Wildlife gardens, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Matthiola incana spring flowering mixed
- Propagation
- Seed sown in situ in spring, and repeated later for a succession of flowers
- Pest resistance
- Aphids, Slugs and snails
- Disease resistance
- Club root, Downy mildews, Root rot, Virus
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Matthiola incana spring flowering mixed?
Matthiola incana spring flowering mixed prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Matthiola incana spring flowering mixed need?
Matthiola incana spring flowering mixed grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Matthiola incana spring flowering mixed hardy in the UK?
Matthiola incana spring flowering mixed has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.
How do I propagate Matthiola incana spring flowering mixed?
Seed sown in situ in spring, and repeated later for a succession of flowers.
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