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.
Height
60-96 Inches
Spread
18 Inches
Color
Mixed
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
| • | Butterflies |
| • | Hummingbirds |
Attributes & Uses
| • | Cut Flowers |
Exposure
| • | Full Sun |
Foliage Color
| • | Green |
Season of Interest (Flowering)
| • | Summer |
Season of Interest (Foliage)
| • | Summer |
Soil Moisture Preference
| • | Moist but well-drained |
| • | Very Adaptable |
