Alcea rosea 'Halo Purple'

Also Known As

Hollyhock

Plant type

perennial

size

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

planting zones

3a-10b

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Alcea rosea 'Halo Purple' plant details

Alcea rosea 'Halo Purple' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees, birds and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - low 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 Purple'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: malvaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 5 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in fall and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Alcea rosea 'Halo Purple'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Are these lofty beauties heaven sent? PERENNIAL, RUST RESISTANT, 4’ across with multiple towers (5-8’ tall - no fooling!) bearing multitudes of cheery 5" purple blooms; super useful for adding gorgeous vertical structure to the back of a border. Birds, bees and butterflies can’t resist these ROYALLY purple, yellow-eyed beauties any more than we can. The blooms start in Summer and the show just keeps on going until the first major chill (this Hollyhock is quite hardy) - even in the first year! Staking the stalks will keep 'em proud and tall. Well-drained soil is recommended, cut back to the base and give a 1" a blanket of compost after the blooms are spent.