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Hollyhocks – Black Watchman (Heirloom) – Alcea rosea
Bienniel – Satiny hibiscus-like blossoms. Deep maroon shades to pure black. Flowers unfurl on tall stalks for a striking garden display. Re-selected heirloom.
Soil & Water:Sow in ordinary garden soil or seed starting mix. Maintain moisture during germination. Feed well and prune down after flowering to push a second fall bloom.
Planting & Growing:Begin indoors (8 weeks before last frost, sowing 2″ apart in containers of seed starting mix) or outdoors after all frosts have past.. Cover 1/2″ deep, keep moist and provide a strong light source. Harden off outdoors before transplanting 18-24″ apart.
Soil Temperature: above 50F
Planting Depth: 1/2″
Germination: 7-14 Days
Height At Maturity: 5-7 feet
Sun/Shade: Full Sun
Spacing After Thinning: 18-24″
Approx Seeds per Pack: 60-65 Seeds