Growing Non-GMO Hollyhock Indian Spring Flower Seeds

Indian Spring hollyhock generally grows so hardy and vigorously that there is little reason to start seeds indoors. Sow directly after the final frost in a sunny spot at the north end of the garden and shelter from strong winds. However, for earliest blooming, start Indian Spring Mixture seeds indoors 6-8 weeks prior. Hollyhock seeds can be slow to germinate and may take 21-28 days with full lighting. Early plants may need staking in addition to wind protection. Plants will easily reseed and stick around year after year. Plant 2-3 Indian Spring Mixture Hollyhock seeds ¼ inch deep and 12-24 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.

Hollyhocks 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 partial shade in zone 8 but typically require full sun to bloom up to their potential. Fertilizer or regular compost incorporation is an important maintenance step for these heavy feeders. 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 small blooms or yellowing foliage, you may need to increase the soil nutrient levels.

Hollyhock Indian Spring in the Flower Garden

These Indian Spring Hollyhock flowers are extremely pollinator friendly! They will especially attract bees, hummingbirds, and butterflies. In flower gardens, Hollyhock is a terrific background plant.

Landscape Use of Hollyhock Indian Spring

Indian Spring Hollyhock is frequently used along fence lines and property borders. It is also perfect for cut flower gardens as well as cottagecore landscape styles. Try planting them with roses, phlox, delphinium, ornamental grasses, or peonies.

About Hollyhock Indian Spring Garden Seeds

In regions where the plant dies back each winter (zone 3-4), trim the stems back after the first frost has killed the leaves, leaving only 3-4 inches above 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. During the Victorian era, the hollyhock symbolized both "ambition" and "fecundity" in the Language of Flowers.

Use Hollyhock in fresh cut arrangements as a focal point and to add height to a group.

Hollyhock is not considered poisonous or toxic but has occasionally been known to cause rashes (dermatitis) if frequently handled with unprotected skin.

Indian Spring flowers make fantastic dried flowers. Place them on a towel with good ventilation for about a week, and then suspend them upside down to complete the drying process before using in a dried arrangement.

Stories From Our Gardeners

"I highly recommend planning on providing support for your hollyhocks. If they fall over, it is so annoying! It is better to anticipate the need for support and avoid problems."

- Lara Wadsworth, True Leaf Market Writer

Hollyhock Indian Spring Seeds Per Package:

• 1 g Packet - Approximately 100 Seeds
• 0.25 oz - Wholesale - Approximately 750 Seeds
• 1 oz - Wholesale - Approximately 3000 Seeds
• 4 oz - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 12,000 Seeds

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