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The Watchman Hollyhock Seeds

The Watchman Hollyhock Seeds

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Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars
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From a distance, the dark color of The Watchman is as black as the moonless night sky, but on closer inspection you can see its rich, purplish burgundy cast. Seductive towers of flowers for bees and butterflies make an excellent backdrop for pink, red, yellow, or white flowers. Fairly drought tolerant but performs best with ample moisture. Hollyhock flowers are edible, but very bland; however, the large, colorful petals are lovely garnishing salads or desserts. (The flower's central disk, while edible, can be bitter.)

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Variety Info

Family: Malvaceae

Native: Origin unknown

Hardiness: Biennial, hardy in USDA zones 2–8

Exposure: Full sun

Bloom Period: Summer

Plant Dimensions: 5'–7' tall

Variety Info: 2"–4", deep burgundy (almost black) flowers

Attributes: Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Pollinators, Drought Tolerant, Edible Flower

Non GMO Project

Sowing Info

When to Sow Outside: RECOMMENDED. 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date, or 2 months before your average first fall frost date.

When to Start Inside: 6 to 8 weeks before your average last frost date. Roots are sensitive to disturbance; sow in biodegradable pots that can be planted in the ground.

Days to Emerge: 10–14 days

Seed Depth: Press into surface

Seed Spacing: A group of 3 seeds every 24"–36"

Thinning: When 3" tall, thin to 1 every 24"–36"

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4.4
Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars
Based on 17 reviews
Total 5 star reviews: 13 Total 4 star reviews: 2 Total 3 star reviews: 0 Total 2 star reviews: 0 Total 1 star reviews: 2
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  • Lauri P.
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    8/11/25
    Worth the wait!!

    I bought The Watchman seeds in fall of 2023. I used the Winter Sowing method to germinate them during winter of 2024, plopped my little seedlings in the ground that spring and now - finally! - have GORGEOUS 7 to 8 FOOT SPIRES of dark burgundy-black blooms. Amazing! Zone 5a, Iowa USA.

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    8/12/25

    Hey Lauri,

    Thank you so much for sharing your amazing journey with The Watchman Hollyhock Seeds! The deep, dark color is gorgeous! Your Iowa garden must be absolutely stunning right now! Keep on growing 🌻️

  • Cecily G.
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    7/23/25
    Photos don’t do this dark beauty justice!

    What a beautiful and arresting flower! He’s planted amongst very pale hollyhocks and the contrast is amazing! So much pollen everyone loves them!

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    7/23/25

    Hey Cecily,

    Your Watchman Hollyhock flowers are AMAZING! Absolutely gorgeous! Thank you so much for sharing!! Keep on growing 🌻️

  • Jonnea W.
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    3/7/25
    5 Stars

    I’ve used your seeds in the past and they turn out so beautiful. I have not had a chance to plant the new ones I bought. I’m very excited to get them in the ground for this spring.

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  • GLORIA D.
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    5/24/24
    5 Stars

    Great to grow from spring until winter plants. So beautiful and tall!

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  • Adam G.
    Rated 1 out of 5 stars
    5/2/24
    1 Star

    Really disappointed that not an entire seed in the packet germinated.

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