{"title":"Hollyhock seeds","description":"Here are some answers to some of the most common questions about hollyhocks:\n\nWhat are hollyhocks?\nHollyhocks (Alcea rosea) are a tall and stately flower that typically grows between 1.5 and 2 meters tall. They are known for their large flowers in various colors, including pink, purple, red, white, and yellow. Hollyhocks are a perennial plant that thrives best in sunny areas and well-drained soil.\n\nWhen should I plant hollyhocks?\nHollyhock seeds can be planted in the spring or fall. If you plant in the spring, you should do so after the last frost. If you plant in the fall, make sure to do it at least 6 weeks before the first frost. You can also plant hollyhocks in the spring by buying plants from a nursery.\n\nHow should I prepare the soil to grow hollyhocks?\nHollyhocks thrive best in nutrient-rich and well-drained soil. Prepare the soil by adding organic material such as compost or manure and make sure the soil is soft and loose. If the soil is heavy clay, you can add sand to improve drainage.\n\nHow do I water my hollyhocks?\nHollyhocks need regular watering, especially during dry periods. Make sure to water them thoroughly and do not let the soil dry out completely. Overwatering can lead to root rot, so make sure to water them sparingly but regularly.\n\nHow do I prune my hollyhocks?\nYou should prune your hollyhocks in the spring, before they start growing again. Cut off old and diseased branches, as well as branches that cross each other. To get a bushier plant, you can also cut back the new shoots by a third. Always cut back branches to a bud or a leaf.\n\nWhat pests can affect my hollyhocks?\nCommon pests that can affect hollyhocks include spider mites, aphids, and snails. Make sure to keep your garden clean and free of weeds to reduce the risk of pests. You can also use pesticides or natural remedies such as soap water or neem oil to combat pests.","products":[{"product_id":"fro-till-stockros-majorette-double-champagne","title":"Hollyhock - Majorette double Champagne","description":"A enchanting hollyhock with fluffy flowers in a beautiful light pink shade and stunning green foliage. Enchanting in bouquets and absolutely magical in plantings. The beautiful adornment of the hollyhock is unbeatable and embellishes gardens big and small. It is a stunning variety and a great favorite of both humans and pollinators. A classic grandmother's plant that never goes out of style and always shines as brightly as the sun.\n\n\n\nMajorette double Champagne is a favorite of ours at Florea and a variety that we hold extra close to our hearts.","brand":"Florea","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55662730379612,"sku":"B40233","price":69.0,"currency_code":"SEK","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0912\/1369\/3276\/files\/florea_rosa_stockros_majorette-double-champagne-2-1.png?v=1759828842"},{"product_id":"fro-till-stockros-nigra","title":"Hollyhock - Nigra","description":"A magical hollyhock in a unique dark purple color with beautiful green foliage. Outstanding in bouquets and incredibly beautiful in borders. An incredible flower variety that is loved by both humans and pollinators. With its late blooming, hollyhocks are also called the queen of late summer in colloquial language, an impressive title that this variety certainly lives up to.\n\n\n\nA big plus for this charming variety is that it is perennial and blooms beautifully year after year.\n\n\n\nHollyhocks originate from China and the Aegean Islands to be more precise. However, hollyhocks have been cultivated in Sweden since the early 1600s but were first found in a wild form in Skåne in the 1800s.\n\n\n\nWe have borrowed this fantastic image from Anna Ramstedt.","brand":"Florea","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55662731231580,"sku":"B50030","price":49.0,"currency_code":"SEK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0912\/1369\/3276\/files\/nigra_15e6bcea-6eb8-42de-8404-403a28ce7f1d.png?v=1770651641"},{"product_id":"fro-till-summer-carnival-mixed","title":"Hollyhock - Summer Carnival Mix","description":"A fairy tale-like mix of hollyhocks in vibrant colors and a delightful feeling of summer. The mix includes hollyhock colors in red, pink, apricot, yellow, and white. Equally enchanting in bouquets as in flowerbeds and plantings. The variety becomes a magical eye-catcher in the garden and enchants both big and small with its fireworks of magical colors. Summer Carnival mixed is also incredibly popular with our pollinators and a perfect draw for vegetable gardens and cultivation.\n\n\n\nToday, the hollyhock is primarily a beloved ornamental plant, but it also has a history as a medicinal plant where both the roots and flowers were used. The magnificent hollyhock was believed to have wound-healing properties and was also used for eye diseases. 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