25 Seeds Hollyhock Double Cotton Candy Perennial Flower Seeds

Enchanting and cottage-garden classic, Double Cotton Candy Hollyhock produces fully double, fluffy pink blooms that resemble cotton candy. This perennial favorite adds height and old-fashioned charm to any sunny border or fence line.

Ideal for cutting gardens, these towering stems make dramatic backdrops. Hollyhocks are easy to grow from seed; sow directly where they are to grow, as they have long taproots. First year leaves, second year a spectacular spire of ruffled flowers that attract bees and butterflies. May self-seed in favorable conditions.

Species: Alcea rosea
Variety: Double Cotton Candy
Type: Biennial (often short-lived perennial)
Plant Habit: Tall upright spikes
Sun: Full sun
Soil: Well-drained, fertile
Days to Harvest: Not applicable (blooms second year from seed)
Zones: 3-8
Germination: 10-14 days at 60-70°F
Sowing: Direct sow outdoors in fall or early spring, or start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost
Spacing: 18-24 inches
Notes: Produces double, pink blooms on tall stems; excellent for back of borders, cottage gardens; attracts pollinators.