Hollyhocks typically start flowering in late spring or early summer, usually in May or June.
hollyhock
Alcea rugosa
The hollyhock is an incredible plant that can brighten any landscape. It's elegant, ruffled blooms have a life cycle of one season, and can range in colors from pink, white and yellow. Its dark green foliage is composed of deeply serrated leaves that appear to have been cut by scissor, making it an excellent addition to any garden. Grown from seeds, the hollyhock can reach heights of up to 8-10 feet tall, adding striking vertical interest to a garden. Pollinators love this plant, and butterflies and hummingbirds can often be seen flitting from petal to petal. Planting hollyhocks pairs well with other h
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Seed Propagation,Division,Cutting
Hardiness Zone:
4 - 8
Flowers:
Yellow Flowers
Sun:
part sun/part shade
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Moderate
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Water hollyhocks deeply and regularly, about once a week or when the top inch of soil has dried out. To maintain consistent moisture for your plants, use a soaker hose or drip irrigation system. Water in the morning, and be sure to soak the soil to a depth of 6 to 8 inches. During dry spells, increase watering to twice a week or more.
sunlight
Hollyhocks (Alcea rugosa) are shade-tolerant plants, so they do not need direct sunlight. They prefer part sun to filtered sunlight, so a spot with 4 to 6 hours of sun per day is ideal. If the plant is in direct sunlight for too long, it can become distorted or unhealthy. When planting hollyhocks, make sure they are not in an overly sunny spot that will cause them to wilt and suffer from too much heat.
pruning
Hollyhocks should be pruned annually. For best results, pruning should begin in early spring as soon as the plant starts to leaf out. Prune off any dead or diseased branches and remove any wayward growth that mars the overall shape of the plant. Cut back the plant to the desired shape. Pruning should be light, removing no more than 1/3 of the total growth of the plant. After the initial shaping, continue to deadhead the spent blooms throughout the season and pinch off any new growth that does not have buds on it. This will help keep the plant bushy and encourage more blooms.
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Starts Flowering
Starts Flowering
Hollyhocks typically start flowering in late spring or early summer, usually in May or June.
