Hollyhock (Alcea rosea)
Hollyhock Plant Features
A classic cottage garden favorite, hollyhock produces towers of gorgeous flowers from mid- to late summer. Growing 4 to 6 feet tall, hollyhock is ideal for the back-of-the border or lined up along a fence or building. The single or double flowers can appear in summery shades of pink, red, yellow, black, white, and purple. Hollyhock is a sun lover that thrives during periods of heat and drought. Hummingbirds will also flock to your garden to feast on the nectar-rich flowers. Hollyhock is a short-lived perennial (technically it's a biennial) so add new plants every year to insure a constant flow of flowers. The plants may seed themselves and will take two summers to mature enough to flower. Hollyhock is relatively deer resistant. Hardy from zones 3-8.
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Plant hollyhock in a location where it receives six to eight hours of direct sun a day. The plants are not fussy about soil type, but do best in a rich, well-drained spot. Stake the plants in windy locations to prevent them from toppling during storms.
Hollyhock is not recommended for human or animal consumption.
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Water
Medium water needs
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Light
Outside: Sun
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Colors
Pink
Purple
Red
Variegated
White
Yellow
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Special Features
Attracts hummingbirds
Deer/rabbit resistant
Complement your Plant
Canna
The tall and beautiful flowers of Canna Lily make a great partner for the tall and beautiful flowers of Hollyhock!Clematis
Plant Clematis on an arbor or trellis behind a bed of Hollyhock for a true cottage garden experience.Helenium
Perennial Sunflower is tall enough to bloom alongside Hollyhock.
