Hollyhock. Vigorous, upright perennial with rounded light green leaves. Bears full double flowers in a range of colours. Max Height 2m. Max Spread 60cm. Flowers May to July. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Alcea rosea Chater’s Double Group
Vigorous, upright perennial with rounded light green leaves. Bears full double flowers in a range of colours.
Additional information
| Generic | Alcea |
|---|---|
| Species | rosea |
| Varietry | Chater's Double Group |
| Common Name | Hollyhock |
| Flower Colour | mixed colours |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 2m |
| Family | Malvaceae |
| Spread | 60cm |
| Growth Speed | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | May, July |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | Shelter from strong winds |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Cut back after flowering |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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