Hollyhock Seeds - Alcea Chaters Double

Hollyhock Seeds - Alcea Chater's Double is a biennial plant that self-seeds, grows to 5-6 feet tall, and has large, fully double flowers on tall, well-branched plants in a range of appealing colors. These showy flowers are wonderful for landscaping and ornamental gardens. Hollyhock Chocolate and Mix Alcea Chater's Double make a stunning display and a unique source of color for the flower garden. The flowers are good for cutting. The Maroon Hollyhock plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and birds. Alcea Chater's Double is easy to grow from seed; it will self-seed if flower stalks are left in place.   PLANT INFORMATION: Plant Name: Hollyhock   Taxonomy: Alcea Chaters Double Life cycle: Perennial/Biennial USDA Zones: 3 - 9 Height: 4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m) and 1-2 feet wide Spacing: 18-24 inches (45-60 cm) Bloom Season: Summer, Late Summer (July to September) Bloom Color:  Chaters Double Maroon: Maroon/Chocolate Chaters Double Mix: Shades of yellow, salmon, red, rose, orange, and white. Environment: Full sun to partial shade Soil Type: Well-drained Tolerates most pH levels: - pH 6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)- mph 6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)- ph 7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline) Temperature: 60 - 65FAverage Germ Time: 21 - 28 daysWater: Medium water needs; Water regularly; Do not overwater. PLANTING GUIDE: Start Hollyhock Chocolate seed outdoors  after the last spring frost or in late summer for blooming the following year. Choose a sunny spot with partial shade and well drained soil.  Prepare a bed for planting:   After weeding the bed,  work a 3-inch-thick layer of composted manure into the top 8 inches of soil. Break up compacted areas and till the soil thoroughly. Sow the Hollyhock Maroon seeds on the surface of the soil. Cover seeds lightly with loose soil no more than 1/8 inch thick. Sow the seeds in groups of three, 18 to 24 inches apart. Water the bed after sowing; keep the soil moist until germination. Allow the surface of soil to dry slightly between waterings. Germination occurs in 21 to 28 days. Keep the most robust Hollyhock Double Maroon seedling and pinch the rest off at ground level. Water Chocolate Hollyhock flower weekly to a 3-inch depth during the hot summer months at the base of the plant. Spraying water onto the leaves may cause rust (a  fungal infection). Cut off all affected leaves and stems and discard them into a green waste can. If you want to prevent self-sowing, deadhead the plants regularly.    Package includes: Alcea Chaters Double Seeds   SHIPPING INFORMATION Processing time 2-5 business days. Estimated delivery time 3-9 days (depending on your location).