Stock Incana Iron Apricot

Stock Incana Iron Apricot Seeds

Matthiola incana Iron Apricot is part of the Iron series by Sakata Ornamentals. Apricot is a contemporary and highly sought-after color in modern floriculture, sitting in the warm transition zone between peach, coral, and soft orange. This tone brings a sun-kissed, organic warmth to floral designs that neither pure pink nor pure orange can achieve, making it particularly desirable for bohemian, garden-style, and naturalistic arrangements that have become prominent in professional and wedding floristry.
The stems carry the full structural advantage of the Iron series: tall, rigid, and with very tightly spaced florets that hold their form both on the plant and after cutting. Approximately 55% of plants produce double flowers without seedling selection. Flower initiation requires nighttime temperatures below 15–18°C for 10–21 days, naturally available during Gulf winter months.

Variety Details

• Series: Iron
• Breeder: Sakata Ornamentals (Japan)
• Type: Cut flower stock, indoor production
• Double flowering rate: Approximately 55% without seedling selection

Key Features

• Japanese-bred professional cut flower stock from Sakata Ornamentals.
• Tall, strong, rigid stems 60–70 cm. Warm apricot florets in a fashionable, contemporary tone.
• Approximately 55% double flowers without seedling selection.
• Distinctive color for bohemian and garden-style floral designs.
• Early to mid-season flowering.
• Excellent for mono vases and as a filler in mixed bouquets.
• Well suited to Gulf winter compatible.

Plant Information

• Height: 60–70 cm
• Spacing: 12.5 x 12.5 cm
• Plant type: Annual
• Flowering: First year
• Sun: Full sun
• Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil, pH 6.0–7.0
• Water: Moderate water

Seed Germination

• Seed depth: Light cover of vermiculite
• Germination time:10–17 days
• Ideal germination temperature:18–21°C

Gulf Planting Season

• Sowing: Mid-September – October
• Transplanting: Mid-October – November
• Flowering: February – March

Garden and Floral Uses

• Professional cut flower production
• Mono vases
• Mixed and bridal bouquets
• Garden-style and bohemian arrangements
• Cutting garden
• Fragrant indoor arrangements