Mr Fothergills Stock Brompton Mixed Seeds

Description

Mr Fothergills Stock Brompton Mixed Seeds are a classic choice for gardeners seeking early-season colour and rich fragrance, producing beautifully scented double blooms that brighten borders and beds in spring.

Key Features

• Early-flowering stock variety for spring colour

• Heavily scented double flowers in a wide range of mixed colours

• Ideal for beds, borders, and cutting for indoor displays

• Overwintering variety for strong, reliable plants

• Easy to grow with minimal maintenance

• Excellent choice for traditional cottage-style gardens

Detailed Description

Mr Fothergills Stock Brompton Mixed Seeds produce one of the earliest and most rewarding displays of stock flowers, making them a favourite for spring gardens. This overwinter variety develops strong plants that burst into bloom early in the season, offering dense spires of double flowers in soft pastels through to deeper, richer shades.

Renowned for their intense fragrance, Brompton stocks are perfect for planting near paths, patios, and entrances where their scent can be fully appreciated. The sturdy stems and long-lasting blooms also make them an excellent option for cut flower arrangements. Suitable for sunny or lightly shaded positions, these stocks thrive in well-drained soil and provide dependable performance year after year.

Specifications

• Brand: Mr Fothergills

• Product Type: Flower seeds

• Variety: Stock Brompton Mixed

• Botanical Name: Matthiola incana

• Plant Class: Hardy biennial

• Growth Habit: Bushy, upright

• Height: Approx. 45cm (18in)

• Position: Full sun to partial shade

• Flower Colour: Mixed

• Sowing Period: May to July

• Flowering Period: April to June

• Fragrance: Strongly scented

Care & Usage Tips

• Sow outdoors from May to July where plants are to flower the following spring

• Sow seeds thinly at a depth of 0.5cm (in) in well-prepared, moist soil

• Germination typically takes 1421 days

• Thin seedlings to around 15cm (6in) apart once established

• Water regularly during dry spells and protect young plants over winter if required

Why Choose Stock Brompton Mixed?

Perfect for gardeners who value early colour and strong fragrance, Stock Brompton Mixed delivers a reliable spring display with classic appeal. An excellent choice for borders, cutting gardens, and anyone looking to welcome the growing season with scent and colour.