Matthiola incana 'Pillow Talk'

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size: 2 litre pot

available to order from summer 2012

£7.99

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• Position: full sun
• Soil: moderately fertile, moist but well-drained, neutral to slightly alkaline soil
• Rate of growth: average to fast-growing
• Flowering period: June to September
• Flower colour: white
• Other features: excellent cut-flowers
• Hardiness: fully hardy (borderline)
  
  Headily scented white flowers, which sometimes take on a pink blush as they mature, appear in large clusters on the upright stems from early summer, creating a shimmering contrast to the silver-grey foliage. A more enduring alternative to the annual stocks, these are generally treated as biennials or short-lived perennials. They perfect for a cottage garden border or Mediterranean-style planting scheme, they should be planted near a path, entranceway or patio so you can enjoy their perfume. The flowers will also last well after being cut.
  
  
• Garden care: Dead-heading may prolong the flowering season.
  
  It is worth keeping in mind that these plants are mainly bi-ennial, so the plant may only live for two years.