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Hollyhock 'Creme de cassis'

Alcea rosea

Creme de cassis is a popular variety of Hollyhock, which belongs to the Alcea genus (Alcea rosea 'Creme de cassis').

Dark purple blooms with yellow-green centres, fading towards the edge of the petals.

It is a Flower and is treated mainly as a Perennial, This means that it grows best over a period of time (3 years and greater). Creme de cassis is known for growing to a height of approximately 1.52 metres (4.94 feet). This variety tends to bloom in mid summer.

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How to grow Hollyhock 'Creme de cassis'

  • Full Sun

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  • Medium

hollyhocks in general seem to suffer from ‘rust’

Position in a full sun location and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that Creme de cassis is thought of as hardy, so this plant will survive close to or on freezing temperatures. Use USDA Hardiness Zone 4 - 9 as your guideline for the appropriate climate for this plant.

Growing Creme de cassis from seed

Try to aim for a seed spacing of at least 0.2 inches (0.5 cm) and sow at a depth of around 0.1 inches (0.25 cm).

By our calculations, you should look at sowing Creme de cassis about 56 days before your last frost date.

Transplanting Creme de cassis

Borders in sun on well drained soil

Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Creme de cassis is a hardy plant.

Harvesting Creme de cassis

Hollyhock 'Creme de cassis' information

How long does Creme de cassis take to grow?

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Other Names for Hollyhock 'Creme de cassis'

Hollyhock, Althaea r

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