An upright perennial with deeply lobed green leaves. Flowers pale yellow. Shelter from strong winds.
Alcea rugosa
Hollyhock
Details
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Flower Colour | Yellow |
| Flowering Period | Jul | Aug |
| Foliage | Not evergreen |
| Goes Well With | Caryopteris, Gaura, Stachys |
| Growth Habit | Clump-forming |
| Hardiness | Hardy in a sheltered position |
| Height | 1.5m |
| Soil | Light, well-drained |
| Spread | 45cm |
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Is this Alcea Rugosa as susceptible to rust as the annual Hollyhock ?
Hollyhocks are generally susceptible to rust, leaf spot and anthracnose, however Alcea rugosa reportedly has good resistance to rust.