Outhouse Hollyhock Flowers, early 1900's Heirloom, Organic

The Seed Savers Exchange - (Alcea rosea) This classic variety has graced outbuildings on Iowa farmsteads for over a century. Years ago, refined ladies just looked for the hollyhocks and didn’t have to ask where the outhouse was. Single blooms of white, light pink, magenta, and burgundy. Blooms the second year in the North or first year in more moderate climates. Self-seeding biennial, 6-9' tall.

• Organic
• Self-seeding biennial grows to 6-9 feet tall
• Single blossoms in shades of white, pink, and red
• Great for ornamental plantings in the garden
• 100 seeds per packet

Instructions:  Sow seed indoors 1/4" deep. Plant out after the danger of frost has passed in late spring. Can also be directly sown outdoors 3 weeks before the last frost. Prefers light well-drained soil and will tolerate dry conditions.

Start Indoors: 6-8 weeks before the last frost

Germination: 15-21 Days

Plant Outdoors: 4-6” Apart

Light: Full Sun

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