🌺🖤 Hollyhock Black (Althaea rosea) Seeds – 20 Premium Dark-Flowered Biennial Garden Seeds

Althaea rosea ‘Black’ (Hollyhock Black) is a striking biennial or short-lived perennial famous for its tall spikes of deep, almost black, velvety flowers that create a dramatic and elegant focal point in any garden. Blooming from mid to late summer, these rare dark blooms add sophistication and contrast to cottage gardens, borders, and fences.

Usage:
Perfect for adding vertical interest and a bold statement to perennial borders, cottage gardens, and along fences or trellises. Hollyhock Black flowers are also excellent for cut flower arrangements and attract pollinators such as bees and hummingbirds.

Sowing Time:

• Sow seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost or direct sow outdoors in early spring after frost danger has passed.

• Seeds sown in late summer may bloom the following year.

Germination:

• Germinates in 7-14 days at 18-22°C (64-72°F).

Soil Requirements:

• Prefers well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter.

• Thrives in neutral to slightly alkaline soil (pH 6.5-7.5).

• Avoid waterlogged soils.

Light Requirements:

• Full sun for best flowering.

Watering:

• Keep soil moist during germination and early growth.

• Moderately drought tolerant once established but prefers regular watering.

Planting Tips:

• Space plants 45-60 cm (18-24 inches) apart to allow airflow and prevent disease.

• Support tall plants to prevent wind damage.

• Deadhead to extend blooming period.

Height & Spread:

• Grows 1.8-2.4 meters (6-8 feet) tall.

Additional Info:
Hollyhock Black is a dramatic and elegant addition to any garden, loved for its rare and deep-colored flowers. Its tall stature and striking appearance make it a favorite for gardeners seeking a unique floral statement.

The package contains 0.5 grams or about 50 seeds

Alcea rosea var. nigra