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Alcea rosea 'Chater's Salmon'

Family Malvaceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   2a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level
Height 1.2 - 1.8 m (4 - 6 ft)
Spread 45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Alcea rosea 'Chater's Salmon' (hollyhock) is repeat-blooming and bears showy flowers during late spring to mid summer. The foliage is matte and coarse in texture. A specimen plant, Alcea rosea 'Chater's Salmon' (hollyhock) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Bedding plant, border, cut flowers, dried flowers and specimen.
Special Characteristics Butterflies are attracted to Alcea rosea 'Chater's Salmon' . Alcea rosea 'Chater's Salmon' is tolerant of salt and Black Walnut.
Cautions With its fast growth rate, Alcea rosea 'Chater's Salmon' (hollyhock) will reach its mature size quickly. Keep this in mind when planning the layout of your garden. Reaching maturity quickly can be a benefit if you want your garden to look more established sooner. This plant is self-sowing, and without intervention may spread broadly and randomly.