{"product_id":"carnival-mix-double-hollyhock-seeds-120-seeds","title":"Carnival Mix Double Hollyhock Seeds – 120+ Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eBring tall flower spires to the back of a sunny border with Carnival Mix double hollyhock seeds. These cottage-garden favorites add vertical interest along fences and garden walls.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePackage: 120+ seeds for planting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBotanical name: Alcea rosea.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDouble-flowered hollyhock mix.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRandom mixed colors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsually grown as a biennial or short-lived perennial. Plants often form a leafy rosette in the first year and flower in the second.\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 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 reduce taproot disturbance.\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 with the root ball intact. Space plants approximately 18–24 inches apart for good 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 to avoid prolonged wet foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWork compost into the soil before planting. Feed moderately with a balanced flower fertilizer according to its label if needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStake tall flower stalks early in windy locations, using loose, soft ties. Hollyhocks grow upright and do not climb.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspect leaf undersides for orange-brown rust spots. Remove affected leaves promptly, clear fallen debris, and avoid crowding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove faded flowers to keep plants tidy and reduce self-seeding, or leave selected seed heads to mature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut back spent flower stalks after flowering. Keep 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":67757052756333,"sku":"ASOS-VEVE-V017-1","price":9.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1033\/5181\/2461\/files\/1_9998861e-7fed-4d04-9dd9-9334d3c4f75e.png?v=1792605715","url":"https:\/\/americangrownseed.com\/products\/carnival-mix-double-hollyhock-seeds-120-seeds","provider":"AMERICAN GROWN SEED","version":"1.0","type":"link"}