100 Seeds Mixed Hollyhock Alcea rosea Tall Cottage Garden Flower

Mixed Hollyhock (Alcea rosea) is a classic cottage garden favorite grown for its tall, upright spikes of large single blooms in a cheerful mix of colors. These easy-to-grow biennial-to-short-lived-perennial plants add vertical interest to borders, fences, and backdrops, attracting attention with their dramatic height and long bloom season.
Hollyhocks are wonderful for cut flowers and for planting along walls, cottage borders, and meadow-style gardens where their tall stems create a striking display. They typically bloom in the second year from seed, then self-sow readily to naturalize an area. Plants prefer full sun and well-drained soil, and taller stems may benefit from shelter from strong winds.
Species: Alcea rosea
Type: Biennial to short-lived perennial
Plant_Habit: Upright, tall flowering spikes
Sun: Full sun
Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile
Days_to_Harvest: Not applicable
Zones: 3-9
Germination: 10-21 days
Sowing: Surface sow, lightly cover, keep moist
Spacing: 18-24 inches
Notes: Mixed bloom colors; blooms typically in second season