Large, showy, cup-shaped flowers on tall upright spikes. Rough textured, heart-shaped leaves. Flowers come in a range of colors and mixes. Most hollyhocks are biennials which self seed readily and will perform like a perennial once established in the garden. Loved by the hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies!
Spotlight™
Alcea rosea 'Spotlight Purple Rain'
Hollyhock
Photo courtesy of Growing Colors
- Single, blue-purple flowers
- Sturdy stems
- Blooms May-September
- Cultivar is truly perennial—not biennial!!
Border or Bed
Cut Flower/ Foliage
Garden
Mass Planting
Full Sun
Partial Sun
Summer
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Hollyhocks prefer rich, moist, well-drained soil in a sunny location. Plant against fence or building or ensure staking if planted in windy location.
Height: 5-6 ft
Spread: 18-24 in
Spacing: 24 in
Price Level 1: $7.99 ea.~#1
Bloom Color: Purple
Zone: 3 - 9
Price Level 2: 5 for $35~#1
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Mass Planting
- Garden
- Summer Bloomer
- Specimen
- Edging
- Border or Bed
- Cut Flower/ Foliage
Exposure:
- Full Sun
- Partial Sun
Habit:
- Upright
Foliage Color:
- Green
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Summer
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Hummingbirds
- Attracts Butterflies
Soil Moisture:
- Moist, Well-Drained
Genus Overview: Alcea
Common Name: Hollyhock
Large, showy, cup-shaped flowers on tall upright spikes. Rough textured, heart-shaped leaves. Flowers come in a range of colors and mixes. Most hollyhocks are biennials which self seed readily and will perform like a perennial once established in the garden. Loved by the hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies!