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Matthiola incana

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Modesto Jr. College/Jacob

 

Description

Matthiola incana has long, narrow gray-green leaves and luxuriant, scented flowers in erect, spikelike cluster. Flowers have a spicy-sweet scent. Colors include white, pink, red, purple, lavender, blue, yellow, and cream.

 

Plant Type

Annual

Height Range

1-3'

Flower Color

Blue, Lavender, Pink, Purple, Red, White

Flower Season

Winter, Spring

Leaf Color

Grey Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

Soil Condition

Rich, Well-drained, Moist

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

English Cottage, Formal, Mediterranean

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring

Location Uses

Perennial Border, Raised Planter

Special Uses

Container, Cut Flowers, Mass Planting, Hanging Baskets

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.

Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.