How far apart should I plant Stock?

Plant Stock 30cm apart with 35cm between rows.

When does Stock flower?

Stock typically flowers approximately 70 days after transplanting.

Stock is classified as Half Hardy.

Matthiola incana

Half Hardy Cool Season Continuous Harvest

Sow indoors 6 weeks before last frost, or direct sow outdoors after frost risk has passed and soil reaches 8°C.

Sow seeds

Germination ~10d

Flowering ~84d

Sow seeds

Germination ~10d

Flowering ~84d

Approximate days from start

Care Essentials

Light balanced feed every 2-3 weeks once established. Avoid high-nitrogen feeds which produce foliage at the expense of flowers.
Fragrant cottage garden favourite from the Brassica family. Prefers cool conditions and well-drained, slightly alkaline soil. Excellent cut flower with a spicy-sweet clove scent. Dislikes heat and humidity.

Companion Planting

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Growing Conditions

Min. soil temperature: 8°C+

Germination temperature: 15–20°C

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Space 25-30 cm apart for good air circulation. Closer spacing (20 cm) encourages taller stems for cutting.

Feeding: Light balanced feed every 2-3 weeks once established. Avoid high-nitrogen feeds which produce foliage at the expense of flowers.
Watch for: Cabbage white butterfly caterpillars
Flea beetles
Club root
Aphids
Grey mould in humid conditions

How far apart should I plant Stock?: Plant Stock 30cm apart with 35cm between rows.
When does Stock flower?: Stock typically flowers approximately 70 days after transplanting.
Is Stock frost hardy?: Stock is classified as Half Hardy.

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