Country Romance Hollyhock Mixed Colors Organic Seeds (Alcea rosea) – Classic cottage garden favorite with tall, colorful spires, attracting butterflies and hummingbirds.
Minimum: 50+ Seeds
Country Romance Hollyhock (Alcea rosea) is a beloved cottage garden favorite, producing towering spires of vibrant, saucer-shaped blooms in a stunning mix of pink, red, white, yellow, and purple. These biennial or short-lived perennials bloom in their second year, offering a striking vertical accent to garden beds, fences, and borders. A true pollinator favorite, these flowers attract butterflies, hummingbirds, and bees, making them a beautiful and beneficial addition to any garden.
Key Features:
✔ Tall & Stunning Blooms – Reaching up to 6-8 feet, perfect for focal points and vertical interest.
✔ Vibrant Color Mix – A dazzling blend of pink, red, white, yellow, and purple.
✔ Pollinator-Friendly – A magnet for hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees.
✔ Classic Cottage Garden Charm – Brings a romantic, old-fashioned elegance to any landscape.
✔ Easy to Grow & Drought-Tolerant – Once established, thrives with minimal maintenance.
✔ Non-GMO & Open-Pollinated – Great for seed-saving and sustainable gardening.
✔ Reseeds for Continuous Blooms – Will self-sow for naturalized beauty year after year.
Perfect for:
🌸 Cottage & Wildflower Gardens – Tall, graceful stems add vintage garden charm.
🦋 Pollinator & Butterfly Gardens – Provides nectar-rich flowers for beneficial insects.
🌿 Backdrops & Fences – Ideal for creating a living wall of blooms.
🌞 Low-Maintenance Landscaping – Thrives in poor soils and full sun.
🏡 Country & Farmhouse Gardens – A nostalgic heirloom favorite.
Growing Information:
🌱 Plant Type: Biennial (Blooms in second year)
📏 Mature Size: 6-8 ft tall, 12-24 inches wide
☀️ Light Requirements: Full sun (6+ hours daily)
💧 Watering Needs: Moderate (drought-tolerant once established)
🌡 Hardiness Zones: Perennial in zones 3-9
🌿 Soil Type: Well-draining, moderately fertile soil
⏳ Days to Germination: 10-14 days
⏳ Days to Bloom: Blooms in second year
🦋 Pollinator-Friendly? ✅ Yes!
🐾 Pet Friendly? ❌ Mildly toxic if ingested
How to Grow & Care for Country Romance Hollyhocks:
1️⃣ Start from Seed – Direct sow after the last frost, or start indoors 6-8 weeks before spring.
2️⃣ Choose a Sunny Spot – Full sun encourages stronger stems and more flowers.
3️⃣ Support as Needed – Tall stalks may need staking in windy areas.
4️⃣ Space Plants Properly – Allow at least 18 inches between plants for airflow.
5️⃣ Encourage More Blooms – Deadhead spent flowers to prolong blooming.
6️⃣ Let Them Reseed! – Allow some flowers to go to seed for future generations.
🌿 Pro Tip: Plant against fences or walls to provide natural support while showcasing their dramatic height!
Best Uses for Country Romance Hollyhocks:
🏡 Classic Cottage Gardens – A must-have for romantic, vintage-inspired landscapes.
🦋 Pollinator Gardens – Hummingbirds and butterflies love their nectar-rich blooms.
🌿 Privacy Screens & Borders – Perfect for masking fences or garden edges.
🌞 Drought-Resistant Landscaping – Thrives with minimal water once established.
Common Questions:
💡 Do hollyhocks bloom the first year?
Typically, they bloom in their second year, but early indoor starts can sometimes encourage first-year flowering.
💡 Will hollyhocks come back every year?
Hollyhocks are biennial, but they self-seed and can reappear year after year.
💡 Do they need support?
In windy areas, their tall stalks may need staking or protection from strong gusts.
💡 Can I grow them in containers?
Yes! Large, deep pots can accommodate hollyhocks, though they thrive best in open garden spaces.
Order Your Country Romance Hollyhock Organic Seeds Today!
Bring timeless beauty, towering blooms, and pollinator-friendly charm to your garden with these classic, easy-to-grow hollyhocks! 🌸🦋🌿