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Brown Spots in Stock
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Stock is a fragrant flowering plant prized for its dense spikes of double or single flowers in shades of pink, purple, white, and red
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Stock care requirements
These care conditions are most relevant to brown spots in Stock. Check each one as a potential cause.
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Light
Full sun (6–8 hours daily); tolerates partial shade in hot climates
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Water
Moderate; keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; reduce watering in cool months
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Humidity
Moderate; 40–50% humidity; good air circulation reduces disease risk
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Symptoms to look for in Stock
- fiber_manual_recordBrown patches on leaves
- fiber_manual_recordCrispy brown areas
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Common causes in Stock
- fiber_manual_recordFungal leaf spot
- fiber_manual_recordSunburn
- fiber_manual_recordBacterial blight
- fiber_manual_recordCold damage
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How to diagnose brown spots in Stock
Sunburn: bleached patches facing light source. Fungal: brown spots with rings. Bacterial: water-soaked spots turning brown.
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How to treat brown spots in Stock
Remove affected leaves. Treat with appropriate fungicide or bactericide. Adjust light exposure.
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Preventing brown spots in Stock
Avoid direct midday sun. Improve air circulation. Water at soil level.