Description
Antwerp Hollyhock is an old-fashioned Alcea ficifolia mix in many colors. Sow on the surface and lightly cover, as seeds need some light, and hold soil at 60-70 degrees for sprouting in 10-21 days.
Start indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost and plant outside after frost, 18-24 inches apart in full sun to part shade and fertile, moist, well-drained soil. Biennial in zones 3-9 that flowers in the second year.
Features
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Columnar plants 72-90 inches tall
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4-inch blooms in many colors
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For back borders, cottage gardens and cutting
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Spacing: 12-24 inches apart
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Seed count: 35 seeds
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Light needs: Full sun to part shade
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Mature size: 72-90 inches high by 12-18 inches wide
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Sowing depth: On the surface, lightly cover; needs some light
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Botanical name: Alcea ficifolia
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Days to sprout: 10-21 days
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Life cycle and hardiness: Biennial in zones 3-9
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Seller: Seed & Bulb















