Stocks (Matthiola incana) have fragrant flowers of red, pink, white, cream, lilac, purple, mauve and wine. Leaves are long, slender and grey-green.

 

Lots-a-Colour Varieties

Stock (Matthiola incana)

Charming Series

Charming stocks are a neat compact freely branching pot stock. Feature green glossy leaves and a pleasant fragrance. Very early to flower, the lateral branches begin flowering soon after the primary spike.

Height

20cm

Climate

Temperate to cold

Planting & Cultivation Tips

Dig soil deeply where Stock has never grown before and plant 20cm apart in a well drained position in full sun.

Dig in lime, compost and well rotted manure.

Keep well watered and fed with soluble plant food to develop large flower spikes.

Protect from wind and watch for aphids.

Peak Flowering Time

Winter

Useful for

A fragrant addition to the cottage garden and popular as cut flowers for the house.