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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
Garden photo gallery of Alcea ficifolia [black]
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![Photo of Alcea ficifolia [black] flower by Panayoti Kelaidis](https://d3bbsv6h7qkr8y.cloudfront.net/19/6f/196f013b12fc10cb178b325d3546a497.webp)
By: Panayoti Kelaidis
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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
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
3a-10b
Size
Height: 2'-8'
Width: 2'-3'
- sun
- even moisture - regular
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
3a-10b
Size
Height: 4'-6'
Width: 1'-2'
- sun
- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
2a-10b
Size
Height: 5'-10'
Width: 2'-3'
- sun
- regular - occasional
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
3a-11
Size
Height: 5'-6'
Width: 1'-2'
- sun
- regular - occasional
aka Alcea ficifolia 'Pink', Pink Hollyhock
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
2a-10b
Size
Height: 4'-6'
Width: 1'-2'
- sun
- regular - low
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