QUARTET DEEP YELLOW
Best fragrant annual for home gardeners creating fresh-cut floral arrangements.
The 'Quartet Deep Yellow' stock is a captivating annual flower, celebrated for its early blooming in trials and intoxicating fragrance. It produces gorgeous French vanilla blooms atop beefy, 24-inch stems, making it an excellent choice for fresh-cut flower arrangements. To encourage branching and maximize blooms, pinch the initial flower bud. This variety thrives in full sun, offering superior color and fragrance that brings sunshine into any home. Its beauty is sure to lift the spirit and renew the soul with its vibrant presence.
$17.15
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
1028
/ 1775
#1028 in Seeds
Price vs Category Average
-9%
Below average
Scientific Name
Matthiola incana
/ Matthiola incana
Who it's for
- Market gardeners seeking eye-catching produce for display
- Home gardeners wanting low-maintenance plants and easy picking
- Short-season growers needing fast, dependable harvests
Who should skip it
- Gardeners unable to commit to frequent pest monitoring
- Busy growers who cannot harvest daily to maintain quality
- Small households lacking a plan for large vegetable surpluses
Performance breakdown
Bloom Timing
Outpaces most varieties to provide early-season color in the garden.
Fragrance Intensity
Delivers a potent, intoxicating scent that fills indoor and outdoor spaces.
Cut Flower Utility
Sturdy 24-inch stems provide excellent structure for professional-style floral arrangements.
Double Bloom Rate
Consistent double-flower production offers a reliable, high-quality aesthetic for growers.
Growth Versatility
Pinching techniques allow gardeners to easily customize plant branching and density.
Germination Reliability
Standard germination window requires careful temperature management for optimal success.
Key Specs
Scientific Name
Matthiola incana
Stem Length
24 inches
Double Flower Percentage
Approximately 55%
Germination Code
(1)
Germination Temperature Range
70-85°F
Germination Time
6-15 days
Features
- Earliest bloomer in trials
- Intoxicating fragrance
- Produces 24-inch long stems
- Gorgeous French vanilla blooms
- Excellent for fresh cut arrangements
- Encourages branching with bud pinching
What customers say
Gardeners overwhelmingly praise the 'QUARTET DEEP YELLOW' for its exceptional quality and reliability. The germination rate is consistently high, setting a positive start for the season. The fruit's vibrant, true to catalog deep yellow color makes it visually stunning. Flavor is a major highlight, described as complex, pleasantly sweet, and low in acidity, perfect for fresh eating. Plants are robust and high yielding, producing heavy clusters consistently. While rare reports mention performance issues in extreme heat, the consensus confirms this variety is a reliable, productive, and delicious choice for all skill levels seeking an aesthetically pleasing yellow fruit.
Know before you buy
The Quartet Deep Yellow typically produces double flowers in approximately 55% of the plants.
To encourage branching and increase your total stem count, pinch off the initial flower bud once the plant is established. This redirects energy into side shoots, resulting in a fuller plant.
These seeds germinate best in temperatures between 70-85°F. You can expect to see sprouts within 6 to 15 days under these conditions.
Yes, they are excellent for fresh-cut arrangements. Their 24-inch stems provide a sturdy length for vases, and their intoxicating fragrance adds a pleasant scent to any room.
This variety thrives in full sun. For the best color development and fragrance, ensure your planting site receives direct sunlight throughout the day.
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