Stock, also known as Gillyflower , Hoary Stock , or Ten-week Stock , produces upright spikes of fragrant, ruffled flowers in soft shades of pink, purple, white, cream, and red. It grows well in cool to mild weather , prefers full sunlight to partial shade, and is suitable for 8-12 inch pots, borders, garden beds, and cut flower arrangements. Native to the Mediterranean region, it became popular worldwide for its sweet clove-like fragrance, elegant flower spikes, and long-lasting blooms in bouquets and seasonal gardens.
💐 Growing Guide
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Sowing:
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Setup: Use a seed-starting tray or small pots with seed-starting mix.
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Sow: Place seeds on the surface, press lightly, space 1 inch apart.
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Transplant: Move seedlings to separate pots when they have 2-3 true leaves.
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Watering: Keep soil moist but not soggy. Water gently to avoid disturbing seeds.
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Sunlight: Provide as much direct sunlight as possible for optimal growth.
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Pests: Use neem oil for pest control when pests are detected.
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Harvest: Remove old flowers to encourage more blooms.
