Hollyhock. Vigorous, upright perennial with rounded light green leaves. Flowers deepest purple almost black. Max Height 2m. Max Spread 60cm. Flowers May to July. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Alcea rosea ‘Nigra’
Vigorous, upright perennial with rounded light green leaves. Flowers deepest purple almost black.
Additional information
| Generic | Alcea |
|---|---|
| Species | rosea |
| Varietry | 'Nigra' |
| Common Name | Hollyhock |
| Flower Colour | purple |
| 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 | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
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