Summer Carnival Mix Hollyhock (Alcea rosea) – Product Overview
The Summer Carnival Mix Hollyhock is a biennial plant known for its tall, upright spires and vibrant double blooms in a mix of red, pink, yellow, and white. This variety is a classic choice for cottage gardens, borders, and fences, offering a vintage charm and a striking vertical element to garden landscapes. It is also valued for attracting beneficial pollinators such as bees and butterflies.
Key Features
- Biennial growth habit with tall spires reaching 5-8 feet
- Double blooms in a colorful mix of red, pink, yellow, and white
- Pollinator-friendly, attracting bees and butterflies
- Reseeds naturally, providing recurring blooms year after year
- Suitable for cottage gardens, borders, fences, and pollinator gardens
Growing Information
Summer Carnival Hollyhocks thrive best in full sun and well-drained soil. They require moderate watering and typically germinate within 10-14 days. These plants bloom during the summer season and are hardy in zones 3 through 9. Their upright growth habit and long bloom period make them ideal for adding vertical interest and classic beauty to garden spaces.