Flower of The Month-Stock

Stock Common Name:Stock Botanical Name: Matthiola incana Stock are herbaceous plants which produce flowers of soft pastel pink,purple,creme and white on single stems. Red and crimson stocks can also be found. Flowers resemble large apple blossoms and have a beautiful fragrance. Flowers open from the bottom up to the top of the stem.stock is usually only available in the cooler months between Autumn and Spring.It is commonly a field grown crop. What to look for: *Half the flowers are open *Bunches with strong fragrance * Foliage should be nice and clean Flower Care: *Keep cool whenever possible * Remove foliage from bottom half of stem that will go into the water. * Recut at least 2cm from the bottom of each stem making sure any woody stem and roots are removed. * Use� commercial preservative to prevent growth of bacteria and slim. * Change water daily

* Stock is very sensitive to ethylene. Keep away from fruit and cigarette smoke.