Hollyhocks: Alcea rosea Chater's Maroon'
Botanical name: Alcea rosea Chater's Maroon'
Common name: Hollyhock, 'Chater's Maroon'
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Soil: | damp, alkaline, sand |
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Zones: | 5a thru 9b |
Care: |
easy
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Lifespan: |
perennial
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Category: | |
Attributes: |
butterfly attracting |
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description for "Hollyhocks: Alcea rosea Chater's Maroon'"
'Chater's Maroon' variety of the ever-popular Hollyhock is treasured for its lovely double maroon flowers. It is a superb color to mix with yellow or pink. The flower spikes, often over 72 inches high, contribute strong vertical lines to your garden's design. Quite easy to grow, these splendid biennials will become one of the favorites of your garden. Will reseed where happy. Stake for support.