Black Prince Hollyhock Seeds for Planting – Deep maroon to near-black blooms for Plant Collections
Seed Details & Growing Guide
All the essential information to grow healthy, vibrant flowers.
- Seed Type Flower Seeds
- Plant Type Biennial Leafy Vegetable
- Germination Time 10-21 days
- Sowing Depth 0.5-1 cm
- Plant Spacing 40-50 cm
- Sunlight Full sun (6-8 hours daily)
- Soil Type Fertile, well-drained soil
- Watering Moderate watering; keep soil evenly moist
- Ideal Temperature 15-25°C
- Blooming Time Blooming typically in year 2; flowering midsummer to early autumn
- Suitable For Garden beds, borders, containers in appropriate space
- Seed Storage Store in a cool, dry place in an airtight container
- Special Care Support tall stems; stake if planting in exposed sites
Description
Black Prince Hollyhock is a biennial leafy plant valued for deep maroon to near-black blooms. It is suitable for garden beds, borders or containers with enough space, and benefits from full sun and fertile, well-drained soil. Sow 0.5-1 cm deep and expect germination in 10-21 days, with plants spaced 40-50 cm apart. Water moderately to keep soil evenly moist, and provide support or staking for tall stems. Ideal temperatures are 15-25°C, with flowering typically in year 2 from midsummer to early autumn.