Hollyhock Seeds - Flower Plant for Home Gardens

Hollyhock is a biennial or short-lived perennial flowering plant that produces tall spikes of colorful blooms. It grows well in temperate to subtropical climates and adapts to well-drained, fertile soils. This variety is suitable for garden beds, borders, and cottage-style landscaping. Hollyhock thrives in full sun and requires moderate, consistent watering to support healthy growth and extended flowering throughout its season.

Features

• Tall biennial or short-lived perennial with upright growth habit

• Produces spikes of colorful flowers

• Adaptable to temperate and subtropical climates

• Moderate watering needs with preference for well-drained soil

• Suitable for garden beds, borders, and cottage-style landscapes

Specifications

• Scientific name: Alcea rosea

• Common name (US): Hollyhock

• Seed type / variety: Standard Variety

• Growth habit: Upright biennial/perennial

• USDA zones: 3-9

• Planting season: Spring

• Growing season: Temperate months, 2-3 months to flowering in first year, blooms more fully in second year

• Sowing season: Spring

• Sowing months: March to May

• Germination time and conditions: 10-21 days, 65-75°F, moist soil

• Sunlight requirements: Full sun

• Soil requirements: Well-drained, fertile soil

• Watering needs: Moderate, consistent moisture

• Mature plant size: 5-8 feet tall

• Plant spacing: 18-24 inches apart