Hollyhock Pink Powderpuff is a romantic cottage garden starlet produces large powder puff blooms in pastel peach tones, with a delicate raspberry tint. A first year flowering strain with fully double flowers, it makes a tall and stately tower of blooms at the back of a border planting.
Sow into trays of Yates Black Magic Seed Raising Mix. Firm down, water gently and keep moist through germination period. Transplant when large enough to handle. Choose a sunny, sheltered position with well-drained soil. Water regularly at base of plant to avoid fungal diseases. Protect against rust, particularly in humid Summer regions. In exposed positions, if staking is likely to be required, this is best done when plants are young to avoid damaging root system. Plant height 2m | Germination 10 - 14 days | Flowering 28 weeks