West Coast Seeds - Hollyhocks - Indian Spring - FL2703

Indian Spring Hollyhock Seeds grow into tall, old-fashioned flower spires with a soft cottagecore feel. This blend includes shades of rose, pink, white, chocolate, purple, and lavender, with a mix of single, double, and ruffled blooms. Planted in groups, they can help fill bare garden spaces, soften fence lines, and add that slightly wild, romantic “this garden has secrets” look.

Hollyhocks can reach 2m (6') or more in good conditions, though height and bloom timing will vary depending on weather, soil, watering, and when they are started. As biennials, they often focus on leafy growth in their first season and bloom more heavily the following year, though some may flower sooner if started early.

These are a good choice for sunny cottage gardens, back borders, pollinator-friendly plantings, and plant goblin corners that need height, drama, and a bit of old-world chaos. Hollyhocks are fairly drought tolerant once established, but they are also known for getting rust or powdery mildew, especially with poor airflow or overhead watering. These leaf issues are common and not usually catastrophic, but they can make the foliage look less perfect by late season.

For best results, sow in full sun, give plants room to breathe, and water at the base when possible.

Features

• Botanical name: Alcea rosea
• Biennial
• Tall flower spires, often reaching up to 2m (6') or more
• Blend of rose, pink, white, chocolate, purple, and lavender blooms
• Mix of single, double, and ruffled flowers
• Classic cottage garden and cottagecore look
• Great for back borders, fence lines, and mass plantings
• Drought tolerant once established
• Best in full sun
• Avoid overhead watering to help reduce rust and powdery mildew