Hollyhock. Tall spikes of crepe textured flowers. Max Height 1.5m to 2.2m. Max Spread 30cm. Flowers July to August. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Alcea rosea forms
Tall spikes of crepe textured flowers
Additional information
| Generic | Alcea |
|---|---|
| Species | rosea |
| Varietry | forms |
| Common Name | Hollyhock |
| Flower Colour | mixed colours |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 1.5m, 2.2m |
| Family | Malvaceae |
| Spread | 30cm |
| Growth Speed | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | July, August |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist |
| Protection | Shelter from strong winds |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Dead head after flowering |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
| Propagation |
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