Growing Non-GMO Hollyhock Summer Carnival Mixture Flower Seeds

Summer Carnival Mixture 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 the earliest blooming plants possible, start Summer Carnival Mixture seeds indoors 6-8 weeks prior to the last frost. 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. Plants will vigorously reseed themselves and return to the garden for years.

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. Avoid overhead watering and provide proper ventilation to avoid disease. Common hollyhocks can tolerate partial shade in zone 8 or higher, 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 to achieve the most blooms. Add compost or slow-release fertilizer in the springtime and once every 3-4 weeks during the blooming season for the most color. If you notice few, smaller-than-average blooms, or yellowing foliage, you may need to increase fertilization.

Hollyhock Summer Carnival Mixture in the Flower Garden

These Summer Carnival Mixture Hollyhock flowers are a big attractor for pollinators! They will especially attract bees, hummingbirds, and butterflies. In flower gardens, Hollyhock is terrific for backgrounds.

Landscape Use of Hollyhock Summer Carnival Mixture

Summer Carnival Mixture Hollyhock is frequently used along fence lines and property borders. It is also perfect for cut flower gardens and cottagecore landscape styles. Try planting them alongside roses, phlox, delphinium, ornamental grasses, or larkspur.

About Hollyhock Summer Carnival Mixture Garden Seeds

In regions where the plant functions as a perennial, trim the stems back after the leaves have died back, leaving only 3-4 inches of plant matter above the ground.

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

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.

Summer Carnival Mixture flowers make fantastic dried flowers. Hang them upside down to dry. See our blog about drying flowers for more information!

Stories From Our Gardeners

"I highly recommend anticipating your hollyhocks needing support. If they fall over, it is so frustrating! It is better to expect the need for support and avoid problems than to deal with damaged or dirty flowers."

- Lara Wadsworth, True Leaf Market Writer

Hollyhock Summer Carnival Mixture 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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