Alcea rosea 'Indian Spring'
Hollyhock
USDA Hardiness Zone 3-7
3-5" single, cup shaped blooms in mixed colors.
Constant blooms for an old fashioned feeling.
Interesting Notes
This species has been gardened throughout Europe since at least 1500.
Bloom Time
June-July
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips
A biennial, but will self seed.
Good Companions
Russian Sage
(Perovskia atriplicifolia),
Checkerbloom, Prairie Mallow
(Sidalcea ),
Threadleaf Coreopsis
(Coreopsis verticillata),
Spiked Gayfeather
(Liatris spicata),
Coneflower
(Echinacea ),
Lupine
(Lupinus Westcountry™ ),
Peony
(Paeonia lactiflora),
Peony
(Paeonia lactiflora),
False Indigo
(Baptisia ),
Butterfly Bush
(Buddleia ),
Shasta Daisy
(Leucanthemum superbum)
Characteristics & Attributes
Attracts Wildlife
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Butterflies |
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Hummingbirds |
Season of Interest (Flowering)
Season of Interest (Foliage)
Soil Moisture Preference
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Moist but well-drained |
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Very Adaptable |