
Dhara Seeds
Hollyhock Carnival Mix Flower Seeds
Estimated delivery between March 27 and March 30.
Overview of Hollyhock Carnival Mix Flower Seeds
The Hollyhock Carnival Mix offers gardeners a vibrant blend of giant, double-bloom flowers that will instantly add beauty and color to your garden. These non-GMO seeds produce tall, sturdy plants with large, ruffled blooms in a variety of colors, including red, pink, yellow, white, and purple. Known for their perennial growth and impressive flower size, these Hollyhocks will create a stunning visual impact in any landscape. With over 350 seeds per packet, you’ll have the perfect opportunity to fill your garden with these eye-catching flowers year after year.
Product Features
- Scientific Name: Alcea rosea
- Common Name: Hollyhock Carnival Mix
- Quantity: 350+ seeds per packet
- Type: Perennial
- Flower Color: Mix of red, pink, yellow, white, purple
- Mature Height: 4-6 feet tall
- Mature Spread: 1-2 feet wide
- Bloom Time: Summer to fall
- Planting Depth: 1/4 to 1/2 inch deep
Growing Conditions
- Light Requirements: Hollyhocks thrive in full sun. They require at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day to promote vigorous growth and abundant blooms.
- Soil Preferences: These plants prefer well-draining, fertile soil that is rich in organic matter. Slightly acidic to neutral soil (pH 6.0-7.0) is ideal.
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Planting Tips:
- Spacing: Plant Hollyhocks about 1-2 feet apart to allow for their tall growth and to ensure good air circulation.
- Temperature: Hollyhocks grow best in moderate to warm climates. They can tolerate light frost but are most effective in zones with long, hot summers.
- Planting Depth: Sow seeds about 1/4 to 1/2 inch deep in the soil, gently covering them afterward.
- Germination: Keep the soil moist during germination, which usually takes 7-14 days.
USDA Growing Zones
- Hardiness Zones: 3-9
- Hollyhocks are hardy in USDA zones 3-9. In colder regions (zones 3-4), they may be grown as annuals or may die back in the winter but return the following spring. In warmer zones, they are more likely to grow as perennials, reappearing year after year.
Global Growing Zones
- Suitable for growing in a variety of temperate regions around the world, including parts of Europe, North America, and Asia. They thrive in areas with hot summers and are ideal for gardens that experience full sunlight during the growing season.
Watering Tips
- Germination: Keep the soil consistently moist but not soggy while the seeds are germinating. Water lightly every few days to maintain moisture.
- Established Plants: Once your Hollyhocks are established, water them regularly to ensure steady growth, especially during dry periods. Water deeply to encourage deep root growth.
- Avoid Overwatering: Overwatering can lead to root rot, so ensure that the soil drains well and doesn’t become waterlogged.
Key Benefits & Uses
- Vibrant Blooms: The Carnival Mix produces a stunning variety of large, double-bloom flowers in a wide range of colors, perfect for brightening up any garden.
- Perennial Growth: These plants return every year, ensuring long-lasting beauty and providing blooms throughout the summer and into fall.
- Pollinator-Friendly: Hollyhocks are known to attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, making them an excellent choice for a pollinator garden.
- Low Maintenance: Hollyhocks are relatively low-maintenance once established, requiring only regular watering and occasional deadheading to encourage new blooms.
- Cut Flowers: The large, colorful blooms make Hollyhocks a great choice for cut flower arrangements. Their long stems and beautiful flowers are perfect for bouquets.
Best Uses in the Garden & Landscape
- Flower Borders: Hollyhocks make a striking addition to flower borders, adding height and color at the back of your garden beds.
- Cut Flower Gardens: Plant them in a cut flower garden to enjoy their beauty both in the garden and in floral arrangements around your home.
- Pollinator Garden: Incorporate them into a pollinator-friendly garden to attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.
- Cottage Gardens: Hollyhocks are classic plants for cottage gardens, where their tall, stately flowers blend beautifully with other perennials and wildflowers.
- Landscape Accent: Use Hollyhocks as a focal point or accent plant in larger landscapes, especially along fences, walls, or garden pathways.
Conclusion
The Hollyhock Carnival Mix is an excellent choice for gardeners looking to add a touch of beauty and elegance to their outdoor spaces. With their vibrant, double-bloom flowers in a variety of rich colors, these perennial plants will create a striking display year after year. Whether you’re looking to brighten up a flower border, create a pollinator-friendly garden, or fill your cut flower garden with stunning blooms, Hollyhocks are the perfect solution. With over 350 seeds per packet, you’ll have ample opportunity to enjoy the bold beauty of this timeless flower in your garden.