Hollyhock – Indian Spring Mix

Alcea rosea ‘Indian Spring’
Heirloom.
Biennial.
Beautiful old-fashioned mostly single flower mix in delicate shades of rose, pink, yellow, and white. A 1939 All American Selections winner. It became known as the Annual Hollyhock because of it’s tendency to bloom the first year. It blooms over a long summer season. Attracts hummingbirds and butterflies. It also loves the sun and heat. A favorite for the cottage garden, also great along a fence or screen, this heirloom variety blends into any garden, with great charm and ease.
Sowing: Direct sow seeds in spring after danger of frost 1/8-1/4 of an inch deep in well drained soil in full sun. They can be planted all summer or fall to bloom early next year. For an early season can be started indoors 4 weeks before last frost. Transplant
Height: 5-7 feet Spacing: 12 inches Blooms: Early spring-Late fall
Germination: 14-21 days Moisture: Ample moisture Light: Full sun Zones: Winter hardy to zone 3
Soil: Most any soil; well drained
Information: They self sow, and once established will usually return year after year.