Summer Carnival - Alcea Rosea L

1. Sow Indoors: Start seeds indoors 8–10 weeks before the last frost. Plant seeds about ¼ inch deep in seed-starting mix and keep the soil moist.

2. Germination: Keep the soil at 65–70°F. Germination can take 14–21 days.

3. Light: Provide full sun for best growth and flowering.

4. Watering: Water consistently, keeping the soil evenly moist. Hollyhocks prefer well-drained soil.

5. Transplanting: After the last frost, transplant seedlings outdoors, spacing them about 18–24 inches apart.

Summer Carnival Hollyhocks add bold, vertical color to any garden, and their tall stems make them great for creating focal points or backdrops in borders and cottage-style gardens.