Night scented stock is a fragrant annual flower that blooms in the summer months and has a peak fragrance at twilight. It’s a popular choice for gardeners who want to add a touch of elegance to their outdoor spaces, but unfortunately, slugs and snails may damage young plants. So, what can you do to protect your night scented stock from these pesky pests?
The good news is that there are several ways to deter slugs from eating your night scented stock. Dried seaweed around the plants can help act as a natural barrier against them, plus it will also fertilize the plants. Moreover, certain flowers like hostas, sunflowers, dahlias, larkspurs, and zinnias tend to attract slugs and snails more than others, so planting these around your night scented stock may help divert their attention away from it. You can also use natural control methods like lavender or rosemary essential oils as repellents or create citrus domes with grapefruit halves overnight to attract them away from your plants.
When it comes to caring for night scented stock, it’s important to keep the soil moist but not soggy and provide plenty of sunlight during the day. Marigolds make great companion plants for night scented stock because they act as sacrificial crops – slugs and snails love them! Plus they add an extra pop of colour to any garden bed. And if you’re looking for an easy way to incorporate this plant into your garden without worrying about slug damage, consider growing it in pots instead of directly in the ground.
Night scented stock is an old-fashioned flower with many uses in the garden – from adding beauty and fragrance to deterring pests! With just a few simple steps you can protect your plants from slugs while still enjoying all its benefits.
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