Stock 'Iron Pastel Mix'

Premium, reliable florist quality. Early single-stem, or column-type stock in a highly uniform series for one-cut harvest. Aptly named for strong, straight, rigid stems. Selectable for doubles and 55% double without selection. Compared to Katz, Iron is slightly later to flower, and has somewhat shorter and thicker stems. Tightly spaced florets on the flower spike make for compact 1 1/2–2", pure white blooms with a full appearance. NOTE: This variety produces one flowering stem per plant. Pinching is not advisable as it will terminate flowering.

Edible Flowers: The peppery, clove-like flavor of the flowers lends itself well to use as a garnish on salads, desserts, and drinks.

Details:

QTY: 50

TYPE: Annual

SITE: Full Sun

SEED DEPTH: 1/8"

GERMINATION: 7-14 days at 18-24°C

HEIGHT: 24 - 28"

MATURITY: 90 - 105 Days

SPACING: 6"

PINCH: No

How To Grow:
Transplant (recommended) - Sow ¼" deep into seedling trays 5-6 weeks before last frost. Harden off and transplant outdoors. Direct seed - After last frost. Do not pinch plants. Succession-plant every two weeks for multiple harvests. Stock is a cool-weather crop. Spring and fall-blooming successions are optimal. Stock is a member of the Brassica plant family and is susceptible to flea beetle predation. Staking or netting required.