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Alcea (Hollyhock) rosea 3 Bare Roots

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Alcea rosea, the common Hollyhock, graces gardens with its timeless beauty. A classic cottage garden perennial, it has been adored since the 18th century for its majestic flower spikes, elegant colour range, and pollinator-friendly blooms. With racemes of large, saucer-shaped flowers in hues of pink, purple, red, white, and yellow, this hardy perennial adds a romantic touch to borders and vase displays. Standing at 180cm (71in) in height, these stately perennials are a favourite among pollinating insects. Despite their relatively short-lived nature, Hollyhocks are an easy-to-grow crowd-pleaser, offering a dramatic presence in any garden setting.3x Bareroots.How to Grow:Light: Plant in a sunny location.Temperature: Hardy perennial, suitable for various climates.Watering: Regular watering until fully established.Feeding: Feed regularly and apply well-rotted manure or compost in autumn.Humidity: Thrives in well-drained soil; avoid waterlogged conditions.Images shown are for guidance only and depict the expected results of plants upon maturity. Different growing conditions might vary results. Images may be included for illustration of supply but can vary due to seasonality changes (e.g., deciduous plants lose leaves in colder months). Decorative pots are not supplied.

  • Flowering period - Summer

Features and benefits

  • Quintessential cottage garden perennial
  • Majestic flower spikes
  • Attracts pollinating insects
  • Wide colour range: pink, purple, red, white, and yellow
  • Easy-to-grow crowd-pleaser

Specifications

VarietyHollyhock
Attracts pollinatorsAttracts pollinators
Flowering periodSummer
Life spanPerennial
Plant positionSunny areas
Soil typeAny type of soil
Maintenance requiredLow
Product code5057554240562