Description

Growing hollyhocks (Alcea rosea) in your garden is a cherished goal for many gardeners who fondly remember these impressive flowers from their youth. Hollyhocks can soar to heights of up to 9 feet, adding a striking vertical element to any yard. Here are some tips on how to successfully grow hollyhocks in your garden:

Planting Hollyhocks To begin, it’s crucial to understand how to properly plant hollyhocks. These flowers thrive in full sun and require moist, rich, well-drained soil. A common mistake among novice hollyhock growers is planting them in soil that is too dry. If you’re planting seeds, sow them directly outdoors about a week before the last frost date. For seedlings, wait two to three weeks after the last frost before transplanting them. Hollyhock seeds should be sown just below the soil surface, no deeper than 1/4 inch. Space hollyhock plants about 2 feet apart for optimal growth. Alternatively, you can also plant bare root hollyhocks.

Hollyhocks Mixed Features This variety offers an excellent mix of bright, double bell-shaped flowers. It typically reaches a plant height of approximately 2.5 feet and looks stunning in garden borders and pots.

Hollyhocks Mixed Specifications

• Season: Winter
• Sow when the night temperature is between 20-25°C
• Plant Height: 70 cm
• Flower Size: 10-12 cm across
• Sowing Distance: 40 cm Plant to Plant
• Best for: Bed sowing/Borders
• Sowing Method: Seedling