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Hollyhock 'Indian Spring'

Alcea rosea

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Indian Spring is a popular variety of Hollyhock, which belongs to the Alcea genus (Alcea rosea 'Indian Spring'). Indian Spring grows as a Biennial and is a Flower. Being a Biennial, it tends to grow best over the course of two years. Indian Spring is known for growing to a height of approximately 1.52 metres (4.94 feet).

This plant info is provided by the myfolia gardener's wiki. All details about Hollyhock 'Indian Spring' have been kindly provided by our members.

How to grow Hollyhock 'Indian Spring'

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Plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that Indian Spring is thought of as very hardy, so this plant will tend to survive through freezing conditions. Use USDA Hardiness Zone 4 - 9 as your guideline for the appropriate climate for this plant.

Growing Indian Spring 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 Indian Spring about 56 days before your last frost date.

Transplanting Indian Spring

Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Indian Spring is a very hardy plant.

Harvesting Indian Spring

Hollyhock 'Indian Spring' information

Lifecycle The lifecycle that Indian Spring exhibits. Biennial Category The category for the Indian Spring plant. Flower
Hardiness Is Indian Spring frost hardy? Very Hardy
Mature Height How tall does Indian Spring grow? 1.52 metres / 4.94 feet Mature Spread How wide does Indian Spring grow? 30.0 cm / 11.7 inches
USDA Zone Range What zones does Indian Spring grow best in? Zone 4 - Zone 9
Soil What soil should I grow Indian Spring in? Loam Sun How much sunlight does Indian Spring need to grow? Full Sun
Water Requirements How much water does Indian Spring require? Medium
Ideal Germination Temperature Range What temperatures does Indian Spring need in order to germinate? Help build our wiki! to Help build our wiki! Growing Temperatures What temperatures are best to grow Indian Spring in? Help build our wiki! to Help build our wiki!
Sowing Depth How deep to plant Indian Spring? 0.25 cm / 0.1 inches
Sowing Distance Apart How far apart to sow Indian Spring 0.5 cm / 0.2 inches

How long does Indian Spring take to grow?

These estimates for how long Hollyhock 'Indian Spring' takes to sprout, grow and harvest are from real observations from real gardeners, right around the world. Start logging and journaling your observations to participate!

Days to Germination How long does it take Indian Spring to germinate? 22 days Average 22 days | Min 5 days | Max 54 days (4)
Days to Transplant How long until I can plant out Indian Spring? + 65 days Average 65 days | Min days | Max days (0)
Days to Maturity How long until Indian Spring is ready for harvest / bloom? + 35 days Average 35 days | Min 33 days | Max 37 days (2)
Total Growing Days How long does it take to grow Indian Spring? = 122 days

When should I sow Indian Spring?

Folia's when to plant Hollyhock 'Indian Spring' estimates are relative to your last frost date. Enter your frost dates and we'll calculate your sowing and planting dates for you!

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