25 Seeds Double Pink Hollyhock Alcea Rosea Tall Biennial Hardy Cottage Garden

These 25 double pink hollyhock seeds produce tall, graceful spires of soft pink, fully double blooms that bring classic cottage garden charm to any landscape. Alcea rosea is a hardy biennial that typically flowers in its second season, creating a dramatic vertical accent in borders and along fences.

Plant hollyhocks in sunny garden beds or behind shorter perennials for a nostalgic, old-fashioned look. They can be used as cut flowers or left to naturalize in informal settings. Provide well-drained soil and good air circulation for best performance.
Species: Alcea rosea
Variety: Double Pink
Type: Biennial
Plant Habit: Tall, upright
Sun: Full sun
Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile
Zones: 3-9
Germination: 10-14 days at 18-24°C (65-75°F)
Sowing: Sow seeds outdoors in late summer or early spring; cover lightly with soil
Spacing: 18-24 inches apart
Notes: Often self-seeds; flower stalks may need staking in windy sites