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Alcea 'Creme de Cassis'

Family Malvaceae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   2a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level
Height 1.2 - 1.8 m (4 - 6 ft)
Spread 30 - 45 cm (12 - 18 in)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam
Soil pH neutral

Description Alcea 'Creme de Cassis' (hollyhock) bears dark magenta flowers during mid-summer. The foliage is dark green in colour. A specimen plant, Alcea 'Creme de Cassis' (hollyhock) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Border, cut flowers, dried flowers, mass planting and specimen.
Special Characteristics Hummingbirds and butterflies are attracted to Alcea 'Creme de Cassis' . Alcea 'Creme de Cassis' is tolerant of drought.
Cautions When planning your garden, take into consideration that Alcea 'Creme de Cassis' (hollyhock) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly.