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Hollyhocks

The hollyhocks (Alcea) are a group of showy flowering plants in the mallow family. Prized for their beauty and easy cultivability, many hollyhocks have become common garden ornamentals. The group is particularly popular in Japan – the city of Kyoto devotes an entire festival to these flowers every year. Hollyhockss are grown throughout the west as well; during England's Victorian era, they were strongly associated with fertility and success.

Scientific classification

Genus

Hollyhocks (Alcea)

Family

Mallow

Order

Mallows, rock-roses, and allies

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Biennial

Lifespan

Deciduous

Leaf type

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Species

Common hollyhock Common hollyhock 'Spring Celebrities Pink'Common hollyhock 'Spring Celebrities White'Turkish hollyhock Common hollyhock 'Spring Celebrities Purple'Common hollyhock 'Radiant Rose'Common hollyhock 'Spring Celebrities Carmine Rose'Common hollyhock 'Fiesta Time'Common hollyhock 'Mars Magic'Common hollyhock 'Nigra'Alcea rugosa Alcea biennis Common hollyhock 'Spring Celebrities Lilac'Common hollyhock 'Halo Cerise'Common hollyhock 'Halo Blush'Common hollyhock 'Blacknight'

Care Guide for Hollyhocks

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

20 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Garden Soil

Soil Type

Water: Hollyhocks thrives in temperate environments, preferring moderate moisture. It requires consistent soil hydration, benefiting from weekly watering to maintain health. As an herbaceous perennial, hollyhocks's growth aligns with natural rainfall patterns, emphasizing its need for adequate water availability.

Propagation: Propagation of hollyhocks can be achieved via seed sowing or division, requiring full sun, well-draining soil, and moderate temperatures. Protect young plants from wind and support taller varieties. Key challenges include damping-off and rust disease. Sow seeds after the last frost or start indoors 6-8 weeks prior.

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