Alcea ficifolia [black]

Also Known As

Alcea ficifolia 'Black'
Black Fig-leaved Hollyock

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 6'-8'
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

2a-10b

Alcea ficifolia [black] plant details

Alcea ficifolia [black] is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer black flowers emerge. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Alcea ficifolia [black]

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: malvaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 6 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: black blooms in fall and summer
Uses: border plant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Alcea ficifolia [black]

USDA Zones: 2a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Dream plant alert! We’ve searched high & low for this very coveted & elusive perennial Hollyhock but in the end, we had to make it ourselves. We isolated this one so that we could maintain a pure seed source. Many spires of jet black flowers emerge from the base of this almost bushy Hollyhock. Ooh la la! Bloom time lasts from Summer through Fall, after which you should cut the stalks to the base & side dress with some compost. We promise we’ve kept our mother stock at more or less a block away from other less reputable Hollyhocks, but there’s a teeny chance that you could get a stray red or magenta. After all, bees do fly great distances.

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Gardening facts about Alcea ficifolia [black] plant

How to Grow Alcea ficifolia [black]

Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - occasional
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- black
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- fall
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous