Evening Scented Stock Seeds (Matthiola longipetala subsp. bicornis) Small lilac blooms with powerful nighttime fragrance. Ideal near patios and windows for evening enjoyment.
Minimum: 100+ Seeds
Delicate Lilac Blooms with a Strong Nighttime Fragrance
Enjoy the enchanting scent of evening with Matthiola longipetala, commonly called Evening Scented Stock. This charming plant produces small lilac flowers that release a powerful, sweet fragrance as the sun sets. Its delightful aroma makes it a perfect addition to gardens near patios, balconies, or windows where you can enjoy the evening air.
🌿 Why You’ll Love It:
🌙 Releases a strong, pleasant fragrance at night
🌸 Small, delicate lilac-colored flowers
🏡 Perfect for planting near outdoor living spaces
💧 Easy to grow and low maintenance
☀ Thrives in full sun to partial shade
🌼 Best Uses:
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Near patios, porches, and outdoor seating areas
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Along windows and walkways to enjoy the evening scent
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Cottage and fragrance gardens
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Pollinator-friendly borders and beds
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Containers for small spaces and balconies
🌱 Planting & Growing Info:
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Botanical Name: Matthiola longipetala subsp. bicornis
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Plant Type: Annual or short-lived perennial
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Height: 12 to 18 inches
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Bloom Time: Late spring through summer and into fall
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Flower Color: Soft lilac to pale purple
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Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
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Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile
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Seeding Depth: Cover lightly with soil
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Germination: 7 to 14 days
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Spacing: 6 to 12 inches apart
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USDA Zones: 7 to 10
🌿 Growing Tips:
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Sow seeds directly in early spring or start indoors for earlier blooms
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Prefers well-drained soil and regular watering, but avoid waterlogging
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Pinch back tips to encourage bushier growth and more flowers
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Deadhead spent blooms to extend flowering season
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Combine with other fragrant plants to create an aromatic evening garden
Add Evening Scented Stock to your garden for delicate blooms and a powerful nighttime fragrance that transforms your outdoor space into a relaxing, fragrant retreat.