Alcea Pink
£11.49
Out of stock
Description
Tall, charming, and wonderfully nostalgic — Pink Hollyhocks bring cottage garden flair to any South London space. Their towering flower spikes burst with soft, rose-pink blooms, drawing in bees and butterflies while making a stunning vertical statement in beds, borders or behind a picket fence. Gorgeous when planted with foxgloves, delphiniums or daisies for a relaxed, romantic vibe.
Plants supplied in a 3LTR growers pot.
Key Features & Care:
Mature Height: 1.5–2.5m
Mature Spread: 50–60cm
Flower Colour: Rose pink
Flowering Period: Mid to late summer
Foliage: Large, softly lobed leaves
Fragrant: Lightly scented
Growth Rate: Fast-growing
Hardiness: Hardy biennial or short-lived perennial (self-seeds readily)
Position: Full sun
Soil Moisture: Moist but well-drained
Soil PH: Neutral to slightly alkaline
Soil Type: Loam, chalk, sandy
Wildlife Friendly: Loved by pollinators, especially bees
Perfect For:
Classic cottage garden schemes
Back of borders and vertical interest
Attracting bees and butterflies
Soft, romantic garden palettes
How to Grow:
Choose a sunny, sheltered spot with rich, free-draining soil. Stake taller plants in exposed areas, and deadhead faded flowers to prolong the show. Let a few go to seed for natural self-sowing the following year.
Please note:
Images show how this plant may look at various stages of maturity. The size you choose may look different.