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Alcea rosea ‘Chater’s Purple’
Alcea rosea ‘Chater’s Purple’
Plant number: 1.030.870Hollyhocks have been grown in gardens for centuries, their tall spikes of satiny, crepe-textured flowers making a fine display in mid-summer. Best at the back of a sunny border, with something in front to hide their bare lower stems. This tall strain features fluffy double flowers in a rich rosy-purple shade. Plants usually act as short-lived perennials, but will re-seed themselves for many years. Rust is often a problem, particularly in humid summer regions — use a preventative fungicide spray for control, starting in mid May. Attractive to both butterflies and hummingbirds. Further details for |
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Alcea rosea ‘Chater’s Purple’
Plant number: 1.030.870Hollyhocks have been grown in gardens for centuries, their tall spikes of satiny, crepe-textured flowers making a fine display in mid-summer. Best at the back of a sunny border, with something in front to hide their bare lower stems. This tall strain features fluffy double flowers in a rich rosy-purple shade. Plants usually act as short-lived perennials, but will re-seed themselves for many years. Rust is often a problem, particularly in humid summer regions — use a preventative fungicide spray for control, starting in mid May. Attractive to both butterflies and hummingbirds. Further details for |
