Katz Cherry Blossom Matthiola

Matthiola Katz Cherry Blossom is an upright stock selection for cut-flower production in fields or high tunnels. PanAmerican Seed lists a 32-inch height and spring and autumn flowering; the Cherry Blossom name identifies this specific color selection. ## Characteristics The Katz series is noted for uniform stem length and flowering time, with better heat tolerance than European or traditional field types. The developer reports that roughly half of Katz matthiola plants produce double flowers. Its profile lists stems 32 inches long, a four-week plug stage, and eight to thirteen weeks from transplant to finish. ## Growing Grow in sun and time production for the desired seasonal harvest. PanAmerican Seed says Katz can be produced earlier or later in the season and, in some climates, year-round for scheduled holiday flowering. That greenhouse and field production note does not establish year-round outdoor garden bloom. See the [PanAmerican Seed Katz Cherry Blossom profile](https://www.panamseed.com/Products/074605412001112/matthiola-katz-cherry-blossom/) for product-specific timing and details. ## Maintenance Harvest stems when flower spikes reach the desired stage, then remove spent stems. Follow local crop guidance for sowing and transplanting dates; the grower lists a production density for field or high-tunnel use, not a garden spacing recommendation.