Hollyhock. An upright perennial with deeply lobed green leaves. Flowers yellow or golden yellow. Max Height 1.8m. Max Spread 30cm. Flowers May to July. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Alcea rugosa
An upright perennial with deeply lobed green leaves. Flowers yellow or golden yellow.
Additional information
| Generic | Alcea |
|---|---|
| Species | rugosa |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Hollyhock |
| Flower Colour | yellow |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 1.8m |
| Family | Malvaceae |
| Spread | 30cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| 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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