Product Description:
Dark Brown Althaea Rosea Seeds for Planting
Add dramatic color and timeless charm to your garden with Dark Brown Althaea Rosea Seeds. Commonly known as Hollyhocks, these stunning flowers feature tall spikes adorned with rich, velvety brown blooms that bring vertical elegance to borders, fences, and garden backdrops.
Perfect for creating a cottage garden look, Dark Brown Althaea Rosea thrives in full sunlight and well-drained soil. Their sturdy stalks and long-lasting flowers make them a favorite among gardeners seeking classic, eye-catching blooms with minimal maintenance.
Key Features:
• Produces tall spikes of deep brown, velvety flowers
• Non-GMO, high-quality heirloom seeds
• Excellent for borders, fences, and garden backdrops
• Attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds
• Long flowering season and easy to maintain
• Ideal for cottage gardens and vertical accents
Specifications:
• Common Name (US): Hollyhock
• Botanical Name: Althaea rosea
• Variety: Dark Brown
• Plant Type: Biennial or short-lived perennial
• Flower Color: Dark Brown
• Blooming Season: Summer to early fall
• Sun Exposure: Full sun
• Soil Type: Fertile, well-drained soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate; water when topsoil is dry
• Germination Time: 10–20 days
• Temperature Range: 18–25°C (64–77°F)
• Planting Depth: ¼ inch (0.6 cm)
• Spacing: 18–24 inches apart
• Mature Height: 4–8 feet
• Maintenance Level: Low to moderate
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3–9
• Heirloom: Yes
• GMO Status: Non-GMO
• Suitable For: Borders, fences, walls, and large planters
Planting Guide:
• Sow seeds in spring after the last frost or in late summer for next year’s bloom.
• Plant in well-drained, sunny locations for best results.
• Space seeds 18–24 inches apart to allow proper air circulation.
• Keep soil evenly moist until germination occurs.
• Once established, water moderately and remove spent blooms to encourage more flowers.