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Alcea rosea [double pink]

Also Known As

  • Alcea rosea 'Double Pink'
  • Double Pink Hollyhock

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

  • H: 6'-8'
  • W: 1'-2'

planting zones

  • 3a-10b

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Alcea rosea [double pink] plant details

Alcea rosea [double pink] is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with green foliage. In fall and summer pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds 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 [double pink]

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: malvaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 6 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in fall and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Alcea rosea [double pink]

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

OK, she’s not a perennial, but O-M-G, Ms. ‘Pink’ sure makes up for it by bearing the most gorgeous Hollyhock flowers ever to grace a garden. 3-4” across & extremely double & held crowded to the stems. The flower could look kitschy if not for the 6-8’ tall stalks they adorn or the color that MELTS YOUR HEART - soft perfect pink. It you've never seen it, it is to die for! Here along the coast it blooms from June till Fall on 6-8’ branching stalks. Blooms first year in California. Self sows!

By: Annie's Annuals & Perennials

Gardening facts about Alcea rosea [double pink] plant

How to Grow Alcea rosea [double pink]

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - low
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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Zones

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Size

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Zones

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