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Double Mixed Bloom Hollyhock Seeds

Double Mixed Bloom Hollyhock Seeds

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Transform your garden with the enchanting Double Mixed Bloom Hollyhock Seeds. These seeds produce tall, striking plants with lush, double-layered flowers in various vibrant colors, adding elegance to any outdoor space.

Features:

  • Material: High-quality seeds ensure robust plants with prolific blooming.
  • Size: Grows up to 6-8 feet tall, creating an impressive presence in your garden.
  • Special Features: These hollyhocks produce double-layered blooms that are visually stunning and attract pollinators like bees and butterflies.
  • Technical Specifications: Requires full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil for optimal growth.
  • Shape: The plants grow upright with a tall, slender shape, adorned with large, ruffled blooms.
  • Pattern: The flowers appear in clusters along the tall stems, creating a striking visual display.
  • Texture: The blooms are soft and ruffled, adding a touch of elegance to the garden.

Double Bloom Hollyhock Seeds are an excellent choice for adding vertical interest and a burst of color to your garden. Enjoy the easy growth and beautiful blooms that will enhance your outdoor space season after season.

Additional Features:

Create a stunning floral display to bring a touch of magic to your outdoor space!

Hollyhock is a resilient biennial flowering plant that produces fully double blooms in shades of scarlet, pink, white, purple, brown, and yellow on sturdy spikes.

It is ideal for cottage, wildflower, and flower gardens.

The seeds can be planted in June or September, and established plants thrive in full sun and well-drained soil. They tolerate a wide range of soil conditions and some light shade.

Hollyhocks are short-lived but easily self-seed, allowing them to persist for years.

Planting Instructions:

  • Season: Biennial
  • Height: 60-72 inches
  • Bloom Season: Summer
  • Environment: Sun/Partial Shade
  • Soil Type: Rich/Average/Moist well-drained, pH 6.1-7.8
  • USDA Zones: 3-10
  • Sow Indoors: Spring (6-8 weeks before last frost)
  • Sow Outdoors: Spring/Fall
  • Seed Depth: 1/8 inch
  • Germination Time: 21-28 days

Timing for Planting Hollyhock Seeds

Sow directly about one week before the last expected frost. Alternatively, start indoors around 9 weeks before the final frost and transplant outdoors 2-3 weeks after the last frost.

Best Locations to Plant Hollyhock Seeds

Plant hollyhocks in moist, rich, well-draining soil with full sun exposure, although they can tolerate partial shade. One major cause of hollyhock failure is planting in soil that is too dry.

Steps to Plant Hollyhock Seeds

Hollyhock seeds need light to germinate, so avoid covering them when planting.

Soaking hollyhock seeds in warm water for 12 hours can be beneficial but is not necessary. Directly sow the seeds outdoors on the soil surface and press them firmly without covering. Hollyhocks require sunlight to germinate. If starting indoors, use tall, individual pots for transplanting, as hollyhocks have long taproots.

How to Care for Hollyhocks

Hollyhocks are short-lived perennials, typically lasting about 2-3 years. Extend their lifespan by removing flowers as soon as they fade. In non-tropical climates, cut down your hollyhocks and mulch to help them live longer. Hollyhocks can be susceptible to rust, which usually affects lower leaves but can spread upwards. Prevent rust by watering from below and ensuring good air circulation between the plants.

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  • Soil requirements: Hollyhocks prefer well-drained, fertile soil with a pH level between 6.0 and 8.0. They thrive in soil that is rich in organic matter.
  • Sunlight needs: These plants require full sun to partial shade. They perform best when they receive at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day.
  • Watering requirements: Hollyhocks need regular watering, especially during dry spells. Water them deeply once a week, ensuring the soil remains moist but not waterlogged.
  • Planting season: The best time to plant hollyhock seeds is in the spring after the last frost or in late summer to early fall.
  • Depth and spacing: Plant the seeds about 1/4 inch deep and space them approximately 18 to 24 inches apart to allow for proper air circulation and growth.
  • Germination time: Hollyhock seeds typically germinate within 10 to 14 days under optimal conditions.
  • Maturity time: Hollyhocks usually reach maturity and begin blooming in their second year, although some may bloom in the first year if planted early.
  • Harvesting time: The best time to harvest hollyhock seeds is in late summer to early fall when the seed pods have dried on the plant.
  • Harvesting tips: To harvest, cut the seed pods from the plant and allow them to dry completely. Once dry, gently crush the pods to release the seeds. Store the seeds in a cool, dry place in an airtight container.
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    I am thrilled with the quality of seeds from McKenna Seeds. The germination rate has been excellent, and the plants are growing strong and healthy. The detailed instructions included with the seeds made it easy for me to get started, even as a beginner. Highly recommend their products!

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