Alcea, Hollyhock, Apricot-Peach Parfait ~ 75 seeds
Out of stock
Temporarily Out of Stock- Sun Preference
- Full-Sun
- Bloom Time
- Summer, Fall
Description
Alcea rosea
Biennial
Summer/fall bloom
Frost hardy
A bee & butterfly favorite
Bred in England for form and color, the tall spikes of these classic cottage garden flowers are packed with powder puff blossoms in delicious shades of apricot and rosy-peach. The big, 3 to 4 inch frilly blossoms unfurl along sturdy tall 5 to 7 foot stalks. Long-lasting Apricot-Peach Parfait is perfect to screen a wall or fence and creates a stunning tall garden accent. These beautiful double hollyhocks in luscious colors will be a focal point in every garden.
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Details
Plant In: March - June
Sun/Shade: Full sun
Planting Depth: 1/2 inch
Space Seeds: 6 - 8 inches
Days to Germinate: 7 - 14 days
Mature Height: 5 - 7 feet
EASIEST TO START DIRECTLY IN THE GARDEN
Plant seeds in full sun in ordinary garden soil in spring after danger of frost is past. Poke seeds into well-worked soil about 1/2 inch deep, 6 to 8 inches apart. Keep moist until germination in 7 to 14 days.
TO START EARLY INDOORS
Start seeds indoors about 8 weeks before last expected frost date. Sow 2 inches apart and 1/2 inch deep in flats or individual containers of seed starting mix. Provide a strong light source and keep mix evenly moist to await germination in 7 to 14 days. When seedlings are 3 to 4 inches tall, gradually acclimate to outdoor conditions, then transplant into the garden.
THIN OR TRANSPLANT
Space seedlings 12 to 18 inches apart so plants have ample room to mature.
GROWING NOTES
Apricot-Peach Parfait may bloom the first year from seed if planted early in spring. Planted later, it will bloom the following summer. After blossoms fade, cut off the spent flower stalks just above the ground. Fertilize well and continue to water plants as needed, then roots will push another flush of enchanting flower spires to open in fall.
More Information
| Brand | Renee's Garden |
|---|---|
| Seed Packet Type | Flowers |
| Common Family Name | Hollyhock |
| Sun Preference | Full-Sun |
| Deer Resistant | No |
| Bloom Time | Summer, Fall |
| Plant Life Cycle | Biennial |
| Mature Height (Range) | 61" - 72", 73" + |
| Spacing in Row | 6-8", thni/transplant 12-18" apart |
| Planting Depth | 1/2" |
| Days to Germination | 7-14 days |