Growing Non-GMO Hollyhock Nigra Flower Seeds

Nigra hollyhock generally grows hardy and vigorously. Sow directly in the fall to early winter months in a sunny spot at the garden's north end and shelter from strong winds. For earliest blooming, start Nigra seeds indoors 10-12 weeks prior, or in pots from the summer to early fall (overwinter in a cold frame). Hollyhock seeds need full lighting to germinate in 10-14 days. Young plants may need staking in addition to wind protection. Plants will easily reseed and stick around year after year. Plant 2-3 Nigra Hollyhock seeds 0.25 inches deep and 24-36 inches apart in average, medium moist, and well-drained soil in full sun. Plants will vigorously reseed themselves and stick around in the garden for as long as you'll have them around. Although hollyhock seeds do not require a cold period to germinate, the seeds can withstand light cold periods.

Hollyhock plants are adaptable to many conditions except consistently cold, wet soils. Hollyhocks may need staking or support in high winds or towards the end of the season when they get very large. Common hollyhocks can tolerate light shade in zone 8 but typically require full sun to bloom up to their potential. Fertilizing or regularly amending with compost is an important maintenance step to ensure these heavy feeders reach their maximum number of blooms. Add compost or slow-release fertilizer in the springtime and once every 3-4 weeks during the blooming season for optimal blooming. If you notice smaller than average blooms or yellowing foliage, you may need to increase the soil nutrient levels or adjust watering.

Hollyhock Nigra in the Flower Garden

These Nigra Hollyhock flowers are extremely pollinator friendly! They will especially attract bees, hummingbirds, and butterflies. In flower gardens, Hollyhock is a terrific background plant to have along south-facing fences and walls due to its showy vertical flower show.

Landscape Use of Hollyhock Nigra

Nigra Hollyhock is frequently used along fence lines and property borders. It is also perfect for cut flower gardens and cottagecore landscape styles. For heightened visual interest, try planting them with roses, phlox, delphinium, ornamental grasses, or peonies.

About Hollyhock Nigra Garden Seeds

In regions where the plant dies back each winter (zones 3-4), trim the stems back after the first frost has killed the leaves, leaving only 3-4 inches above the ground.

In Japan, the hollyhock is called Aoi and has been an important symbol in Japanese history and culture. It was incorporated as the official seal of the Tokugawa Shogunate and the flower still holds an important place in modern Japanese culture.

Use Nigra Hollyhocks in fresh cut arrangements to wow a crowd!

Hollyhock is not considered poisonous or toxic but has occasionally been known to occasionally cause rashes (dermatitis) with skin contact. Wear gloves when handling these plants to protect yourself.

Nigra flowers make fantastic dried bouquets. Place them on a towel with the blooms up in a well ventilated room for about a week and then suspend them upside down to complete the process before carefully styling in a dried arrangement.

Stories From Our Gardeners

"Nigra Hollyhocks grow to be so tall in some situations, I would automatically stake them and provide support before they reach maturity. This will ensure that they won’t fall over and get ruined!"

- Lara Wadsworth, True Leaf Market Writer

Hollyhock Nigra Seeds Per Package:

• 1 g - Wholesale - Approximately 105 Seeds
• 0.25 oz - Wholesale - Approximately 750 Seeds
• 1 oz - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 3,000 Seeds
• 4 oz - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 12,000 Seeds

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