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Alcea 'Summer Carnival Rose 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 loam
Soil pH neutral

Description The herbaceous perennial Alcea 'Summer Carnival Rose Shades' (hollyhock) bears showy, light pink and fragrant blossoms during early summer to mid-summer. The matte foliage is medium green in colour and coarse in texture. A specimen plant, Alcea 'Summer Carnival Rose Shades' (hollyhock) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Border, container and specimen.
Special Characteristics Butterflies are attracted to Alcea 'Summer Carnival Rose Shades' . Alcea 'Summer Carnival Rose Shades' is tolerant of Black Walnut.
Cautions The growth rate of Alcea 'Summer Carnival Rose Shades' (hollyhock) is fast and you should plan for this in your garden design and layout.