Hollyhock 'Halo Mixed' | Alcea rosea
Vibrant bicolored tall spires
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Hollyhock 'Halo Mixed'
Alcea rosea
- Inject a phenomenal, vibrant explosion of bicolored magic into your garden with the spectacular, contrasting central "halos" of these incredible, towering blooms.
- Alcea rosea 'Halo Mixed' provides a breathtaking variety of single flowers in stunning shades of pink, purple, red, and white, all featuring striking, dark contrasting centers.
- This alcea is incredibly vigorous and robust, quickly throwing up magnificent, sturdy spikes that bring essential, eye-catching height to the back of the border.
- It is a famously reliable self-seeder, practically guaranteeing a spectacular, massive, cottage-garden display year after year with absolutely zero effort.
- Highly attractive to butterflies and deeply drought-resistant, it is an indispensable, high-impact thriller for any sun-drenched planting scheme.
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, Hollyhock 'Halo Mixed' needs a large, heavy pot and may require staking for support.
How big does it get?
Hollyhock 'Halo Mixed' typically reaches a mature height of 180 cm and a spread of 60 cm.
How much sunlight does this need?
Hollyhock 'Halo Mixed' requires full sun for at least 6 hours a day.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
Hollyhock 'Halo Mixed' prefers well-drained, moderately fertile soil.
How much watering does this plant need?
Hollyhock 'Halo Mixed' needs about 2.5 centimetres of water per week, keeping the soil evenly moist.
Will this plant need pruning?
Hollyhock 'Halo Mixed' | Alcea rosea does not strictly need pruning, but regular deadheading will encourage more flowering. Cut the plant back to the base in late autumn or early spring.
How hardy is this plant?
Hollyhock 'Halo Mixed' is fully hardy (H6), tolerating temperatures down to -15°C to -20°C. It is robust and grows reliably in all regions of the UK.
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