Additional information
| Weight | .50 g |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | .125 × 3.25 × 4.5 in |
Hollyhock Indian Spring Mixed Colors – Item #156
$2.19
A cottage garden favorite that features old-fashioned single blossoms in white, cream, pink, and burgundy on tall, graceful spires. Very hardy and drought tolerant once established. Attracts pollinators. It won an All America Selections award in 1939.
Planting & Harvesting
Seed Depth: 1/4″ (6mm)
Spacing: 2″ (5cm)
Sprouts In: 10-20 days
Thinning: 12″ (30cm)
Hollyhocks grow easily in a sunny location and most any soil. Plant outdoors about two weeks before last spring frost date. Start transplants indoors four to five weeks earlier. Keep young plants evenly moist. Can be cut back in fall to encourage growth.
Hollyhocks are short-lived biennials. Replant every two to three years for continuous blooms.
Additional Information
Botanical Name: Alcea rosea
Height: 4-6′ (1.3-2m)
Bloom Period: summer
Type: biennial
Attributes: AAS winner
