Organic Hollyhock
When to Sow: 10-12 weeks before last frost cold stratify seeds (put in a moist paper towel in a closed plastic bag in the fridge) for 4-6 weeks, before sowing indoors, 2 seeds per cell or soil block. Thin to 1 after true leaves emerge and harden off before transplanting.
(Alternatively, direct sow seeds as soon as they are ripe in late summer.)
Full/Part Shade: While Hollyhock will thrive in most soils it prefers cool, moist soil in partial or full shade where it will readily self-sow in Zone 4 or warmer
Seed Depth: barely cover (needs light to germinate)
Days to Germination: 7-14 at 65-75°F
Plant spacing after thinning: 18-36 inches
Bloom time: late June – August year 2 and beyond Height: 5-8 feet
