Night Scented Stock is a delicate, fragrant annual treasured for its subtle, pale purple blossoms that open as the sun sets, releasing a deliciously sweet aroma into the evening air. A lovely addition to the night or moon garden, its modest daytime appearance gives way to magical scent after dusk. Best planted near windows, walkways, or seating areas, where the fragrance can be enjoyed in the evening hours. This is an easy-to-grow, self-seeding variety that performs well in beds, borders, and containers.

Where Can You Grow Night Scented Stock?
Thriving in Zones 4–9, Night Scented Stock prefers full sun to part shade and does well in average to well-drained soils. It performs particularly well in coastal or temperate climates with cool evenings.

History and Historical Uses
Native to Eurasia, this species has been cultivated for centuries and prized for its uniquely nocturnal fragrance. Often planted in cottage gardens or used to edge evening walkways, Night Scented Stock has earned a loyal following among gardeners who appreciate beauty that reveals itself at twilight.

Canadian Zone Information
Zones 8-9: Direct sow in early spring or fall for evening blooms through summer.
Zones 5-7: Start indoors 4–6 weeks before last frost or direct sow after frost danger.
Zones 4: Sow indoors and transplant once temperatures warm; prefers cool nights.

How to Grow and Harvest Night Scented Stock

Planting: Sow seeds 3mm (1/8in) deep, spaced 15–20cm (6–8in) apart.
Watering: Keep evenly moist, especially during germination.
Harvesting: Flowers are best enjoyed on the plant in evening settings.
Maintenance: Deadhead to encourage prolonged blooming or allow to self-seed.

Seed Saving Tips for Future Supply

Let Seedpods Develop: Allow some plants to set seed and dry on the stem.
Collect Seeds: Once dry, shake seeds loose from pods.
Dry and Store: Store thoroughly dried seeds in a labelled paper envelope.
Viability: Seeds remain viable for 2–3 years in proper conditions.

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Islands Organics Producers Association (Cert#1962)