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Outhouse Hollyhock Seeds

Outhouse Hollyhock Seeds

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Once called "outhouse flowers", stunning hollyhocks were grown around outhouses because hollyhocks were tall enough to cover them, and also as a signal to guests where they were located. This hollyhock has a long bloom period, too! 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.) Fairly drought tolerant but performs best with ample moisture and rich soil; otherwise, practically care free.

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Variety Info

Family: Malvaceae

Native: Origin unknown

Hardiness: Biennial, hardy in USDA zones 3–9

Exposure: Full sun

Bloom Period: Summer

Plant Dimensions: 6'–9' tall

Variety Info: 2"–4", single, pink, red, burgundy, or white flowers, some with contrasting centers

Attributes: Attracts Pollinators, Drought Tolerant

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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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Growing Info

Harvesting: For longest-lasting cut flowers, harvest when 1/3 of the flowers on the stem have opened. Harvest in the morning; cut stem at an angle and immediately place in a bucket of warm water. Before placing in a vase, dip the stem end in boiling water for a minute, or sear it over a flame for 20 seconds; this will stop the flow of the milky sap so it does not clog the stem.

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  • Paula W.
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    11/29/24
    5 Stars

    I bought these at the end of summer, so I'll start them early next spring. They arrived quickly, they're packaged well, and I can't wait to start them next year.

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  • Cecily G.
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    8/28/24
    5 Stars

    Wow, wow, wow! Hands down my favorite thing we grow. These hollyhocks are 11 ft tall and bloom from late July through October in our Zone 5, high desert location. We have 4 growing outside our kitchen window and they are just perfect. They are pollinator magnets and we get visited by hummingbirds at least daily (see video)! Hollyhocks will always have a place in the garden, which is a good thing because these are prolific self seeders. I had to battle hollyhock weevils this year but just knocked them off into a bucket of water and dish soap and that seemed to solve the problem. Normal rust with hollyhocks. Love these flowers so much, thanks BI!!

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  • Cindy
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    6/24/24
    5 Stars

    Planted the seeds in the fall. Many of them got eaten by slugs and gophers 😭 but the ones that stayed have been thriving in springtime. It’s my first time growing hollyhocks and I can say it is a success - look at them! ❤️

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  • Jane
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    6/3/24
    5 Stars

    I liked what I ordered and they are growing well.

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  • Jane
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    6/3/24
    5 Stars

    I liked what I ordered and they are growing well.

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