MALCOLMIA maritima (Virginia Stock)
Malcolmia maritima, also known by its common name ‘Virginia stock’, is a popular annual garden plant from the family Brassicaceae. A beautiful and profusely flowering annual, it is probably one of the easiest of all plants to grow. The annual wildflower creates masses of pink, purple, and white, making a perfect groundcover. Because of its rapid growth and appealing fragrance, this plant has been a special favorite of young gardeners for generations. The genus name "Malcolmia" honors William Malcom, the founder of a seed company based in 18th century London. The species name "maritima" refers to this Mediterranean plant's affinity for the seashore.
| Number of Seeds | Max Coverage Area (Square Ft.) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1OZ | 68,750 | 1,000 |
| 1/4LB | 275,000 | 4,000 |
| 1/2LB | 550,000 | 8,000 |
| 1LB | 1,100,000 | 16,000 |
| 5LB | 5,500,000 | 80,000 |
Scientific Name: Malcolmia Maritima
Common Name: Virginia Stock
Plant Type: Annual
Family: Brassicaceae
Native Range: Greece and Albania
Height: 4-6"
Spread: 6-9"
Habitat: Sandy habitats and in waste places
Zone: USDA Hardiness 3-9
Exposure: Sheltered
Blooming Season: Late Spring, Summer, Early Fall
Attracts: Beneficial Insects, Bees, Butterflies
Resistant: Deer Resistant
Flower Color: Lilac, Pink, Mauve and White
Moisture: Moderate
Water Requirement: Average, Water regularly but don't overwater
Soil Type: Prefers well-drained soil
Soil pH: 6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic), 6.6 to 7.5 (neutral), 7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline)
Advantage: Low Maintenance, Fast growth and easy to grow
Uses: City/Coastal, Beds and Borders, Informal and Cottage, Garden edges, Gravel