{"product_id":"black-hollyhock-seeds-5g-alcea-rosea-for-planting","title":"Black Hollyhock Seeds – 5g Alcea rosea for Planting","description":"\u003cp\u003eBring tall flower spires to a sunny cottage garden with black hollyhock seeds. Plant along a fence or at the back of a border, where upright stems can add height without crowding smaller flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePackage: 5g of seeds for planting; sold by weight, not seed count.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBotanical name: Alcea rosea.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommon name: Black hollyhock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsually grown as a biennial or short-lived perennial.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOften forms a leafy rosette in its first year and flowers in its second year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeeds only; live plants, cut flowers, and supports are not included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSowing Instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect sow after the last spring frost, or sow in late summer where seedlings have time to establish before winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor indoor starts, sow in individual deep pots 6–8 weeks before the last expected frost to minimize disturbance to the taproot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSow approximately 1\/4 inch deep in clean seed-starting mix or finely prepared, well-drained garden soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep around 65–75°F and evenly moist, not waterlogged. Germination commonly takes 10–21 days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide bright light after emergence. Gradually acclimate indoor seedlings outdoors for 7–10 days before transplanting after frost danger has passed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant while young, keeping the root ball intact. Space plants approximately 18–24 inches apart for airflow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare \u0026amp; Support\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose full sun with at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily and fertile, well-drained soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater regularly during establishment, then deeply during dry spells. Water at soil level rather than wetting the foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd compost before planting. Feed moderately with a balanced flower fertilizer according to its label if needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStake tall flowering stems early in exposed locations, securing them with loose, soft ties. Hollyhocks are upright plants, not climbing vines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWatch for hollyhock rust, especially orange-brown spots on leaf undersides. Remove affected leaves promptly, clear fallen debris, and maintain good airflow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove spent flowers to keep plants tidy and limit self-seeding, or allow selected seed heads to mature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut back spent flower stalks after flowering. Keep plant crowns free of soggy mulch and standing water over winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWear gloves if plant hairs irritate your skin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSeed Disclaimer\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eGermination is affected by temperature, environment, and planting techniques. We sell seeds only and do not guarantee 100% germination.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AMERICAN GROWN SEED","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67757011698029,"sku":"ASOS-FEFE-V064","price":9.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1033\/5181\/2461\/files\/3_c9d45153-304f-4f86-b697-f71365a90cce.png?v=1792604790","url":"https:\/\/americangrownseed.com\/products\/black-hollyhock-seeds-5g-alcea-rosea-for-planting","provider":"AMERICAN GROWN SEED","version":"1.0","type":"link"}