Alcea rosea 'Queeny Purple'
Also Known As
- Hollyhock
Plant type
perennial, annual / biennial
size
- H: 24"-36"
- W: 12"-24"
planting zones
- 3a-11
Alcea rosea 'Queeny Purple' plant details
Alcea rosea 'Queeny Purple' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen annual / biennial or perennial with green foliage. In summer purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies 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 rosea 'Queeny Purple'
- Plant type: annual / biennial or perennial
- Plant family: malvaceae
- Foliage: semi-evergreen green
- Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 24 IN - 36 IN - tall
- Flowers: purple blooms in summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Alcea rosea 'Queeny Purple'
- USDA Zones: 3a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular - occasional
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat
- Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained
Gardening facts about Alcea rosea 'Queeny Purple' plant
How to Grow Alcea rosea 'Queeny Purple'
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - occasional
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- purple
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- semi-evergreen
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 2'-3'
- sun
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 1'-2'
- sun
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 2'-3'
- sun
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 2'-3'
- sun
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