Alcea rosea 'Halo Cerise'

Also Known As

Halo Cerise Hollyhock

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 5'-8'
W: 1'-2'

planting zones

3a-10b

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Alcea rosea 'Halo Cerise' plant details

Alcea rosea 'Halo Cerise' is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In summer burgundy and pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly 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 'Halo Cerise'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: malvaceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 5 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: burgundy and pink blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, cottage garden, disease-resistant, easy-to-grow, long-blooming

GROWING CONDITIONS for Alcea rosea 'Halo Cerise'

USDA Zones: 3a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Alcea rosea 'Halo Cerise' is an update on an old garden classic. This hollyhock has glowing pink to magenta flowers with deep royal purple centres that look almost black at a distance. Combine that with a bushy habit, strong perenniality, and superior rust resistance and you've got a winner. Easy to grow in a variety of soils including seasonally dry sites but hollyhocks really perform well in rich, loamy soil with good moisture.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

Oh yes, we love these 'Halo' series Hollyhocks with their bushy habit, simultaneous spiking talent, superior rust resistance and perennial tendencies. And how pretty is this maroon centered rosey-pink variety? So long blooming and healthy, you can plant it alongside a walkway for many months of enjoyment and top-of-the-line hummingbird activity! Though not fussy, they are definitely most amazing in rich, loamy soil. Do cut back to 6" in Winter or anytime to refresh. Dose with a 1.5" side-dress of compost in Spring. To 5-8' tall and up to 4' across.

By: Annie's Annuals & Perennials

Gardening facts about Alcea rosea 'Halo Cerise' plant

How to Grow Alcea rosea 'Halo Cerise'

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

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- pink
- burgundy
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
- semi-evergreen