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Hollyhock Seeds - Bibor Felho
50 Seeds
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SEASON
Perennial
USDA ZONES
5 - 9
HEIGHT
48 inches
BLOOM SEASON
Summer
BLOOM COLOR
Purple
ENVIRONMENT
Full sun to partial shade
SOIL TYPE
Well-drained, pH 5.8 - 7.2
DEER RESISTANT
Yes
About...
Mallow (Malva sylvestris Bibor Felho) - Exquisite purple veined, magenta flowers on strong growing plants. The handsome plants grow 3 - 4 feet tall at maturity with a spread of 24 inches and have a rigidly upright form, with strong erect stems that are more upright than other Malva varieties. Commonly called Mallow, Purple Mallow, or French Hollyhock.MORE HOLLYHOCK OPTIONS
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Planting Directions
TEMPERATURE
65F
AVERAGE GERM TIME
21 - 28 days
LIGHT REQUIRED
Yes
DEPTH
Do not cover the seed but press into the soil
SOWING RATE
2 - 3 seeds per plant
MOISTURE
Keep seed moist until germination
PLANT SPACING
36 inches
Outsidepride French Hollyhock Seeds (Malva sylvestris) grow in USDA Zones 4-9, reaching 36-60 inches tall and blooming in summer. Our seeds are available in 4 different packaging sizes of flower seed packets and are suitable for borders or low-water gardens. French Hollyhocks prefer full sun to partial shade and are unfavored by deer. They attract pollinators and bloom year after year with proper care. Plant our French Hollyhocks for a colorful, long-lasting display in your flower garden, adding beauty and interest to any landscape.
Unique Color Variations
Our French Hollyhock perennial flower seeds offer vibrant and unique color variations, from soft lavender and purple to striking magenta and violet hues. These bold blooms create a captivating visual display in borders, beds, and xeriscapes, bringing charm and character to any garden.
Easy Seed-to-Bloom Growth
With minimal effort, French Hollyhock perennial seeds quickly establish robust roots in the first year, delivering stunning flowers by the second year. Their easy growth, drought-tolerance and low-maintenance upkeep bring vibrant color to your water-efficient garden with little hassle.
Attracts Pollinators
Bees and butterflies can’t resist French Hollyhocks garden flowers! Their vibrant blooms draw in pollinators, providing a valuable food source and supporting wildlife. A practical addition of flower seeds to plant outside, they are a wonderful way to bring movement and life to your garden.
Striking Vertical Impact
Our perennial plants add height and structure, making them well-suited for creating dramatic focal points or filling back borders. Their towering blooms bring impressive presence and visual interest to any landscape, creating a bold and captivating effect in gardens of all sizes.
Each bloom adds a unique note to your garden’s palette, from soft lavender and purple to vibrant magenta and violet. The striking hues blend harmoniously, creating a dynamic and visually captivating display. Whether paired together or planted individually, these bold colors will transform your garden into a lively masterpiece that delights the eyes all season long. These perennial flower seeds for planting outdoors bring rich tones that create a sense of depth and movement, turning your outdoor space into a colorful haven that changes with the light and season.
Malva's long-blooming beauty brings vibrant color from summer to fall, ensuring your garden stays lively. These perennials that bloom all summer reach impressive heights of 36-60 inches, producing abundant flowers that last for months. Their stunning blooms continue to add color and interest to your garden even as other garden plants begin to fade, offering a consistent display of beauty. These resilient flowering plants are a wonderful way to extend your garden’s visual appeal into the cooler months.
To plant Malva seeds, start by sowing them indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost or directly outdoors in well-drained soil. Press these garden flower seeds into the soil for good contact and keep them moist until germination. Our plants flourish in full sun to partial shade, reaching impressive heights. With proper attention and consistent moisture, Malva will reward you with vibrant blooms that last throughout the season, creating a stunning, eye-catching addition to your garden that will captivate from summer into fall.
Flower Care
The first year the seed is sown, they will establish their root system, and the second year the colorful show will begin. During the bloom season, water the plants well and fertilize. After bloom season, cut back the stalks hard, down to just 3 - 4 inches above ground. Depending on your location and growing season, the plants may come back for a second bloom in late summer or early fall.
- Height: 48 inches
- USDA Zones: 5 - 9
- Season: Perennial
- Deer Resistant: Yes
- Drought Tolerant: Yes
Common Questions
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How is hollyhock mallow used in garden designs?
A
This species stands tall and is perfect for border planting, adding charm to informal wildflower meadows or cottage gardens. It blooms with striking large pinkish-purple flowers, each boasting five petals, during the summer and fall seasons.
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Will malva attract pollinators to my garden?
A
Yes, both bees and butterflies are drawn to the malva plants.
Q
Can I grow in containers?
A
Yes, malva is excellent for a container plant.
Q
Do I need to stake my plants?
A
If planted in exposed windy locations this plant will need staking due to it tall upright form.
Q
Do I need to deadhead my flowers?
A
To encourage more blooms, you will need to deadhead spent flowers. If plant fails to flower at all it may need more sunlight.
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