Diane's Flower Seeds
Alcea rosea 'Nigra' (Black Hollyhock)
40 seeds $3.25
Alcea rosea 'Nigra' has large, single flowers in a dark shade of burgundy-maroon that appears almost black.
Hollyhock 'Nigra' is an heirloom variety that has been popular since colonial times. It looks especially nice with pink, red or white flowers like hibiscus , cosmos , or Hollyhock 'Indian Spring' .
height 6-7' spacing 24"
Sowing Alcea Rosea 'Nigra' Seeds
Start hollyhock seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date. Or sow outdoors after the last frost, 1/4" deep. Can be sown in late summer. Full sun.