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Alcea 'Summer Carnival Red Shades'

Family Malvaceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   3a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level
Height 65 - 75 cm (2 - 2.5 ft)
Spread 45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to loam
Soil pH neutral

Description The herbaceous perennial Alcea 'Summer Carnival Red Shades' (hollyhock) bears showy, bright red and fragrant blossoms during early summer to mid summer. This plant is upright and has matte and coarse textured foliage that is medium green in colour. Alcea 'Summer Carnival Red Shades' (hollyhock) is a specimen plant and it can serve as a focal point in your garden.
Typical Uses Border, container, cut flowers and specimen.
Special Characteristics It is worthy to note that Alcea 'Summer Carnival Red Shades' tolerates Black Walnut. This herbaceous perennial attracts butterflies to your garden.
Cautions When planning your garden, take into consideration that Alcea 'Summer Carnival Red Shades' (hollyhock) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly.