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Alcea rosea 'Queeny Purple'

Family Malvaceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   2a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 50 - 75 cm (1.5 - 2.5 ft)
Spread 30 - 60 cm (1 - 2 ft)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam
Soil pH neutral

Description The herbaceous perennial Alcea rosea 'Queeny Purple' (hollyhock) bears showy, faded purple and fragrant blossoms during early summer to late summer. The matte foliage is faded green in colour and coarse in texture. A specimen plant, Alcea rosea 'Queeny Purple' (hollyhock) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Accent, bedding plant, border, container, cut flowers, mass planting and specimen.
Special Characteristics Hummingbirds and butterflies are attracted to Alcea rosea 'Queeny Purple' . This plant has a natural ability to resist rabbits, and it is tolerant of Black Walnut.
Cautions This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.