Erysimum hybrida
Wallflower anticipates spring with intense and fragrant flower clusters that bloom early and last a long time in cool weather.
Growing Guide & Production Protocols
Cultivation & Growing Guidelines
Erysimum hybrida, commonly known as ‘wallflower’, is a perennial from the Brassicaceae family, celebrated for its long blooming season, rich fragrance, and resilience in a variety of growing conditions. It thrives in full sun, well-drained soil, and moderate fertility, making it ideal for spring and summer color in borders, containers, and mixed perennial plantings. With excellent drought tolerance and continuous flowering, Erysimum offers strong garden performance and pollinator appeal.
Stick quickly, keep 65°–68°F (18°–20°C). pH 5.8–6.2, EC 0.8–1.0. Feed gradually, fungicide at sticking and week 2; pinch as needed.
For more detailed growing tips – such as sticking guidelines, recommended PGRs, and scheduling protocols – check out our Erysimum hybrida Growing Tips.
Common Production Base Specs
Core agronomic requirements applying across all Erysimum hybrida series.
| Crop Type | Bedding - Perennials |
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| Growing Guide & Production Protocols | Erysimum hybrida, part of the Brassicaceae family, is known for its intensely fragrant, brightly colored flower clusters and neat, shrubby habit. This short-lived perennial/biennial thrives in full sun, well-drained, average to poor soil. With excellent cold tolerance and early blooming capabilities, Erysimum hybrida blooms from early spring through early summer, making it a favorite for spring borders, rockeries, and mixed containers that need early, vibrant, and fragrant color. |
| Cultivation & Groweing guidelines | Maintain 68-72°F (20-22°C) early for rooting, then cool to 55-60°F (13-15°C) to tone and encourage compact growth. pH 5.8-6.2, EC 0.8-1.2, feed 100-150 ppm N. Allow moderate dry down between irrigations. Apply preventative fungicide at transplant. Apply Daminozide at 1,500-2,500 ppm or Uniconazole as needed for height control. |
| Growth Habit | Mounded / Bushy |
| PGR Requirements | Minimal |
| Recommended Formats | Quarts, Gallons |
| Flowering Season | Early Spring to Early Summer |
Commercial Erysimum hybrida Series Overview
Danziger offers a specialized Erysimum hybrida lineup, with each series bred for specific growth habits and production goals. Danziger offers different series within this crop:
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MARVELYS™
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SUNSTRONG™ series
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