Common Name: Hollyhock King Henry The Eighth Black, Hollyhock
Scientific Name: Alcea rosea
Physical Attributes: Single striking black flowers are produced on tall upward stems known as spikes with fuller foliage towards the base.
Uses: Beds, borders & cut flowers.
Life Cycle: Perennial
Growing Height: 250cm
Attracts: Birds, butterflies & bees.
When to Sow: Spring, late Summer & Autumn
Sowing Depth: 5mm
Sow Spacing: 30 – 40cm
Sowing Method: Sow outdoors a week before your final frost or start in doors in deep pots due to their root nature, 9 weeks prior to the last frost. Harden off for 2 – 3 weeks after the last frost then transplant. Transplant when still young to avoid root damage.
Position: Full sun/partial shade
Germination Time: 10-14 days
Maintenance: Trim back spent flower spikes in late Autumn/early Spring before new growth starts producing.
Seeds Per Packet: 25
Hollyhock King Henry The Eighth Black — 25 Seeds
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$5.25
Every classic cottage garden has at least one Hollyhock and this Henry The Eighth perennial variety is one that you’re most certainly going to want to feature. Forever charming and breathtaking with every glance, the towering nature will catch the attention of any who have the pleasure of spotting it. With it’s deep strikingly black flowers and lush green foliage, plant this Hollyhock against any sunny wall or border and it will surprise you all Summer long.
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