Alcea rosea 'The Watchman'
Black Hollyhock
Striking dark maroon flowers, a perennial or biennial depending on the conditions. Orbicular, rugose with an alternate leaf arrangements. A very unique hollyhock.
Growing & Maintenance Tips
Full sun, performs best on well-drained sites. Makes a good background plant against a fence or wall. Sometimes used as a specimen plant.
Interesting Information
Hollyhock has an indeterminate inflorescence (basal flowers blooms first). Alcea originated from the word altheo, to cure, since several species posess medicinal properties.
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Delphinium elatum(Bee Delphinium 'Morning Light') |
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