Stock Katz Lavender Blue

Stock Katz Lavender Blue (Selectable Doubles)

Grow sophisticated, lavender blue cut flowers with Stock Katz Lavender Blue seeds. This versatile single-stem stock produces long; sturdy stems topped with beautiful 1 1/2–2-inch blooms in a lovely, soft lavender blue shade.

As an early-blooming, one-cut series, Katz Lavender Blue 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 Lavender Blue:

• Elegant Lavender Blue Blooms: Produces beautiful 1 1/2–2-inch flowers in a soft lavender blue.
• 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 Lavender Blue 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 plants 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.