Stock Column 'Malmaison Pink'
Matthiola Incana
 
Column stocks are traditional cut flower varieties, with each plant bearing a single, densely packed flower spike on a tall stem that is perfect for the vase. 
 
Single-stemmed florist types have dense, showy spikes of scented, large, double flowers closely spaced on the stems.Long stems with 1 1/2–2", soft Pink blooms. 
 
Superb cutting variety
 
Culinary note: Stock flowers are edible and are usually added raw to salads or used as a garnish to desserts, giving a perfumed flavour. They can also be candied.
 
Details: 
 
Life Cycle: Hardy annual
Site : Full Sun
Height: 24-32"
Days to Germinate : 7-14
Days to Maturity: 9-100
Seed Depth: 1/4"
Plant Spacing: 6-9
Approx seeds per packet :100
 
How to Grow:
 
Sow ¼" deep into 128-cell plug flats 5-6 weeks before last frost. After danger of frost has passed, harden off plants and transplant to the field or protected structure. 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.( Transplant (recommended)
 
Harvest:
Fresh - Harvest when ⅓–½ the florets on the stem are open.
 
Vase Life:
With a proper care and handling up to 5-8 days