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Hollyhock

Alcea rosea

Category: Flowers

Hollyhocks are a tall, stately flower with funnel-shaped flowers circling the stem. Ruffly flowers bloom in a spectrum of yellows/pinks/purples/white/and reds. The open blooms are an invitation to pollinators, butterflies, and birds. Plant in the back of cottage, native, and border gardens. New plants may bloom in second year or as a biennial.

How to Grow Hollyhock

Quick Info

Spacing
1/Square
Depth
0.3 in
0.3 in
Sun
Full Sun
Water
1 in/week
Season
Perennial
Frost
Tolerant
Height
5-8 ft
Germination
10-14 days
Germination Temp
60-70 °F
Sprout to Harvest
18-21 months
Soil pH
Acidic - Basic

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Varieties

Chater's Double
Chater's Double Valued for its long bloom of diverse, colorful, edible flowers, ideal for garnishing salads and desserts.
Halo Mix
Halo Mix Showy, bicolor blooms in a vast color range, each featuring a distinctive central eye or golden halo, create a dramatic garden display.
Indian Spring Mixed Colors
Indian Spring Mixed Colors This variety produces tall spikes of large, frilly mixed-color flowers, often blooming in its first season from seed.
Majorette Double Champagne
Majorette Double Champagne This semi-dwarf hollyhock features soft, blush-pink double blooms, well-suited for smaller gardens and cutting.
Majorette Double White
Majorette Double White This biennial features densely packed, fully double white blooms that resemble fluffy roses.
Outhouse
Outhouse Producing an extended display of colorful blooms, this hollyhock offers edible petals perfect for decorative garnishes.
Single Old-Fashioned Country Romance Mix
Single Old-Fashioned Country Romance Mix Features a charming, old-fashioned display of 3-5 inch single blooms in a delightful mix of classic colors.
The Watchman
The Watchman This variety features striking, nearly black flowers that reveal a deep purplish-burgundy hue up close.

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Growing from Seed

Cover seeds lightly. Once established, hollyhocks will self-seed to create a colony.

Planting Considerations

Plants will drop lower leaves in drought.

Harvesting

Flowers are edible and look delightful as 'dip cups.' They can also be used for dye.

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