planting night scented stock seeds Night-Scented Stock – Matthiola longipetala – Approx. 900–1,200 Seeds (3g)

planting night scented stock seeds Night-Scented Stock – Matthiola longipetala – Approx. 900–1,200 Seeds (3g)Transform your garden into an evening oasis with Night Scented Stock (Matthiola longipetala), a charming annual that comes alive with fragrance at dusk. Though the flowers are modest in appearance, their heavenly scent fills the air each evening, making them a must have for patios, balconies, and pathways. A perfect companion for night gardens or moonlight spaces. Usage: Evening scented gardens and patios Window boxes and containers Borders, beds, or

Transform your garden into an evening oasis with Night-Scented Stock (Matthiola longipetala), a charming annual that comes alive with fragrance at dusk. Though the flowers are modest in appearance, their heavenly scent fills the air each evening, making them a must-have for patios, balconies, and pathways. A perfect companion for night gardens or moonlight spaces.

Usage:

• Evening-scented gardens and patios

• Window boxes and containers

• Borders, beds, or sensory gardens

• Companion planting with showier blooms

Sowing Time:

• Direct sow outdoors from early spring after last frost

• Can also be sown in late summer for autumn blooms in mild climates

Germination Time:

• 7–14 days

Sowing Depth:

• Lightly cover seeds with 0.5 cm (¼ inch) of soil

Soil Requirements:

• Moist, well-drained soil

• pH 6.0–7.5

Sunlight Requirements:

• Full sun to partial shade

Watering:

• Keep soil moist during germination

• Moderate watering once established

Plant Spacing:

• 15–20 cm (6–8 inches) apart

Bloom Time:

• Late spring to early summer

• Opens and releases scent at dusk

Growth Height:

• 20–40 cm (8–16 inches)

Hardiness Zone:

• Grown as an annual in USDA Zones 3–10

Other Benefits:

• Intensely fragrant at night

• Easy to grow and fast to flower

• Excellent for sensory and accessible gardens

• Attracts moths and nighttime pollinators

Latin Name: Matthiola longipetala