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Classic cottage garden biennial β blooms in its second year from seed. Stake tall stems in exposed positions. Susceptible to rust; improve air circulation.
Attract Hoverflies, Lacewings, Ladybugs, Parasitic wasps to keep them in check β plant African MarigoldGreat, LungwortGreat and Belgian EndiveGood nearby.Water: Medium Β· Height: 250 cm Β· Soil: Well-draining, average to fertile
Start Hollyhock indoors about 8 weeks before your last frost. Seeds usually come up in around 14 days. Move seedlings out once the danger of frost has passed, in full sun, spaced about 60 cm apart. Expect the first blooms in roughly 365 days.
Keep track of the seeds you own.
Lavatera trimestris
flower
Shares Hollyhock's vulnerability to aphids β same companion strategies apply
Dahlia pinnata
flowerThrives in the same full sun, moderate water conditions as Hollyhock
Rosa "Pierre de Ronsard"
flowerSame aphids challenge as Hollyhock β similar protective companions help
Rosa "Albertine"
flowerThrives in the same full sun, moderate water conditions as Hollyhock
These three thrive alongside Hollyhock β and alongside each other.
