Heperis matronalis is a perennial that blooms in early summer with long-stemmed flowers in shades of violet or white. Hardy in zones 3-9.
Sowing Hesperis matronalis Seeds
Sow hesperis seeds outdoors after the last frost date. Or start indoors 6-8 weeks early. Barely cover the seeds with soil. Full sun to part shade. Spacing 12".
Hesperis matronalis Alba blooms in early summer with long-stemmed bunches of flowers that are beautiful in the garden or the vase. The sweetly fragrant flowers attract butterflies.
Hesperis matronalis Alba looks lovely with Oriental Poppies and Lupine . Also known as White Dame's Rocket and Hesperis matronalis var. albiflora.
Hesperis matronalis Violet is a popular cottage garden plant that blooms in a lovely shade of light violet. The flowers attract hummingbirds and butterflies .
Hesperis matronalis self-sows readily, but I don't consider it invasive. The narrow plants fit easily between other plants in the garden, making it a great filler. Deadhead the flowers, if desired, to avoid self-sown seedlings.