Stock Katz Bright Rose

Stock Katz Bright Rose (Selectable Doubles)

Grow stunning, bright rose cut flowers with Stock Katz Bright Rose seeds. This versatile single-stem stock produces long, sturdy stems topped with beautiful 1 1/2–2 inch blooms in a vibrant, eye-catching bright pink. As an early-blooming, one-cut series, Katz Bright Rose offers good uniformity in bloom time and stem length.

Expect 55–60% double-flowering plants without selection, with the possibility of increasing this through careful seedling selection. The flowers have a peppery, clove-like flavor, making them a unique garnish for salads, desserts, and drinks.

Remember, this variety produces only one flowering stem per plant, so pinching is not recommended.

Key Features of Stock Katz Bright Rose:

• Vibrant Bright Rose Blooms: Produces beautiful 1 1/2–2 inch flowers in a striking bright pink.
• Early Blooming: Flowers early in the season.
• Uniform Bloom Time & Stem Length: Provides consistent results for cutting.
• Selectable Doubles: Option to increase double-flowering percentage through seedling selection.
• Good Percentage of Doubles: Expect around 55–60% double flowers without selection.
• Edible Flowers: Peppery, clove-like flavor is great for culinary garnishes.
• Single-Stem Variety: Produces one main flowering stem per plant.
• Good Height for Cutting: Reaches 24–32 inches tall.

Growing Tips for Your Stock Katz Bright Rose Seeds:

Transplant (recommended): Sow ¼ inch deep into 128-cell plug flats 5-6 weeks before transplanting out into the field or protected structure. Do not pinch plants. Succession plant every two weeks for multiple harvests, as stock is a cool-weather crop. Protect from flea beetles with row covers after transplanting.

Seedling Selection for Double Flowers: To select for double-flowering plants, chill seedlings at 40-45°F (4-7°C) for 3-4 days during the cotyledon stage. Look for lighter green seedlings with an oval shape. Discard darker green or rounder cotyledon seedlings. Refer to Johnny Seeds Stock Production Guide #8227 for more details.

Choose a sunny location with well-drained, moderately rich soil. Space plants 6 inches apart. Use trellising or horizontal support if temperatures consistently exceed 60°F (16°C) or in rainy areas. Harvest when ⅓–½ the florets on the stem are open.