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Alcea rosea 'Creme de Cassis'
Common Name: “Hollyhock”
Photo courtesy of Walters Gardens
(Hollyhock) The tall stalks of Alcea 'Creme de Cassis' are covered with showy 3-4" white edged blooms with scrumptious raspberry centers. This treat gets even sweeter with its semi-double and single flowers blooming on the same stems! An excellent choice for planting along a fence or at the back of the border.
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Primary Color
Mixed Colors
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USDA Hardiness Zone
2-8
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Height
4-6 Feet
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Spread
12-18 Inches
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Homeowner Growing & Maintenance Tips:
Hollyhocks are a short lived perennial or biennial. They will provide your garden with the old fashion perennial garden look. Hollyhocks are found in many cottage gardens as a background border. Plant in an area where the plant will get a minimum of six hours of sun every day. They may need staking if planted in a windy location. Rich, moist, well-drained soil is essential. Garden pests may include both caterpillars and Japanese beetles. Propagation is by seed.
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Additionally, the State of Oregon prohibit shipments of any ornamental grasses.
Characteristics & Attributes
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Sun Exposure
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Soil Moisture Needs
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Attributes
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