Hollyhock 'Alcea pallida'

A full sun position will ensure your plant thrives and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that Alcea pallida is thought of as very hardy, so this plant will tend to survive through freezing conditions.

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 Alcea pallida about 56 days before your last frost date.

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