Iron Blue – Stock Seed

Description

The Iron Blue Stock seed produces striking blue blooms, offering a fresh and vibrant addition to any garden. Known for its vibrant, cool-hued flowers and pleasant fragrance, this variety of Stock thrives in cooler temperatures and blooms prolifically, creating a stunning visual impact.

Features:

Vivid Blue Blooms: Eye-catching blue flowers that stand out in the garden, creating a calming and refreshing effect.

Sweetly Fragrant: Known for its delightful, sweet fragrance, making it ideal for attracting pollinators and filling the garden with an aromatic scent.

Cold-Tolerant: Performs well in cool-weather climates, ideal for spring or fall plantings.

Compact & Sturdy Growth: Produces sturdy stems that hold flowers upright, making them excellent for borders or container planting.

Attracts Pollinators: Bees and butterflies love the fragrance, making Iron Blue a great addition to any pollinator garden.

Specifications:

Plant Type: Annual.

Mature Size: Grows to a height of 12-18 inches and spreads 10-12 inches.

Planting Depth: Plant seeds about 1/4 inch deep in well-draining soil.

Planting Season: Start indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost or sow outdoors after frost risk has passed.

Spacing: Space seeds or seedlings about 8-10 inches apart for optimal growth and airflow.

Flower Color: Soft yet vibrant blue.

Sun Requirements: Prefers full sun but can tolerate partial shade in warmer areas.

Soil Requirements: Prefers moist, well-drained soil with moderate fertility.

Bloom Time: Blooms typically from late spring through early summer, lasting into the cooler months when conditions are favorable.