RedCrocus Queeny Purple Hollyhock Alcea rosea Large Purple Blooms Brighten Summer Garden Pollinator Attractor 1 Gallon (Pack of 8)

Name: RedCrocus Queeny Purple Hollyhock Alcea rosea Large Purple Blooms Brighten Summer Garden Pollinator Attractor 1 Gallon (Pack of 8)
Brand: RedCrocus
SKU: pe1g6666-alt3-redcrocus
Price: 120.00 USD
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Queeny Purple' Hollyhock Alcea rosea 'Queeny Purple'

Description

A tall, vibrant perennial featuring large, showy purple flowers with a striking appearance. The sturdy stems support colorful blossoms that bloom during the summer months, attracting pollinators and enhancing garden aesthetics.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for cottage gardens, borders, and floral beds. Perfect as a backdrop plant or for attracting bees and butterflies to your outdoor space.

Plant Details

Botanical Name: Queeny Purple' Hollyhock Alcea rosea 'Queeny Purple'
Common Name: Queeny Purple' Hollyhock
Size & Growth: Typically reaches 4-6 feet tall with a bushy, upright growth habit
Hardiness Zones: 3-9
Foliage Type: Heart-shaped, lobed green leaves
Bloom Time: Mid to late summer
Growth Rate: Moderate to fast
Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Attracts Pollinators: Bees, butterflies, hummingbirds
Indoor Friendly: Not typically suitable for indoor growth
Container Friendly: Yes, when provided with sufficient support
Deer Resistant: Yes
Pet Warning: Generally non-toxic, but keep away from pets sensitive to plants
Fragrant: Yes, lightly fragrant blooms
Cut Flower: Suitable for cutting and floral arrangements
Grows Well With: Lavenders, coneflowers, and daisies

Care Tips

Planting Instructions: Sow seeds in full sun after the last frost or transplant young plants outdoors in spring
Soil Moisture: Prefers evenly moist, well-drained soil
Soil Type: Loamy, sandy, or clay soils with good drainage
Humidity: Average garden humidity is suitable
Pruning Instructions: Remove spent blooms to encourage prolonged flowering and shape the plant
Winter Care: Mulch around the base in colder zones to protect roots
Planting Depth: Sow seed lightly on soil surface; transplant seedlings when they are strong enough
Fertilization: Feed with a balanced fertilizer during active growth
Special Care: Provide staking for tall varieties to prevent lodging