Virginia Stock – Malcomia maritima

Description

This perennial species is found in moist areas of North America.  The many striking, purple-blue varying to light violet flower spikes rise on sturdy branching stalks above meadows, wetlands and stream banks and will bloom from June to October.  This tall plant is a good species for moist areas and great flowers for hummingbirds, bees and other pollinators.

Color:  Blue/Purple
Height: 12 – 48
Type:  Perennial
Climate:  Sun-Dry/Moist
Seeds/lb.: 465,000
Rate:  1 oz./200 sq.ft.
Bloom time: mid summer through fall
Packet wt.:  600mg (approx. 600 seeds)