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ALECA rosea HOLLYHOCK Chaters Double Mix 100g
Family: Malvaceae
Characteristics: Perennial, usually grown as an annual 150 cm
Seed per packet: Approx. 50
Seed per gram: Approx. 100
Hollyhock Chater's Double has tall spires of large peony-like double flowers on tall spikes that have the colours of yellow, purple, pink, red, white, and apricot that bloom over a long period.
A tall and stately plant that is long blooming and makes superb cut flowers
Excellent addition to traditional cottage-style gardens or mass plants.
Attracts nectar-feeding birds, butterflies and honeybees as when as beneficial insects.
Hollyhock Chater's Double Golden Yellow produces tall columns of spectacular, large, pure yellow peony-shaped double blooms on tall spikes over a long season.
A tall and stately plant that is superb for cutting.
An excellent addition to traditional cottage-style gardens or mass planting.
It attracts nectar-feeding birds, butterflies, honeybees, and beneficial insects.
Alcea rosea, the common hollyhock, is an ornamental flowering plant in Malvaceae. It was imported into Europe from southwestern China during or before the 15th century. William Turner, a herbalist of the time, gave it the name "Holyoke," the English name derived from it.
Hollyhock seeds grow best when raised in trays or other containers and transplanted when they are large enough to handle (5-10 cm tall)
Sow seed in a quality seed-raising mix 6mm deep.
Keep soil moist but never wet or dry.
Seeds should germinate around 10-14 days at a soil temperature of 18-28°C.
When to sow.
- Cool climates: January to April.
- Temperate climates: February to May.
- Sub-tropical climates: March to July.
- Tropical climates: March to June.
- Arid climates: March to June.
*Please note:
- Please do not be too hasty in discarding seeds that do not germinate; seeds will often lay dormant until conditions are similar to their natural germination requirements.
- All seeds must have adequate water to germinate; keep them moist but not too wet.
- These growth notes are provided as guidance only and do not guarantee successful germination.
- Customers should do their due diligence to ensure the product suits their region.
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