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Blacknight Hollyhock

Alcea Rosea 'Blacknight'

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Overview

Alcea rosea 'Blacknight', commonly known as Blacknight Hollyhock, is a striking perennial with 6-8 ft stalks adorned with deep, maroon-black blooms. This variety thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, adding dramatic vertical interest to the midsummer garden. Hardy in zones 3-8, it's excellent for back borders or as an architectural feature against walls or fences. Space plants 18-24 inches apart to allow ample growth.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 3–10Type Perennial
Blacknight Hollyhock (Alcea Rosea 'Blacknight') — commonly known as Blacknight Hollyhock
Blacknight Hollyhock (Alcea Rosea 'Blacknight') — This variety thrives in full sun and well-drained soilBlacknight Hollyhock (Alcea Rosea 'Blacknight') — adding dramatic vertical interest to the midsummer gardenBlacknight Hollyhock (Alcea Rosea 'Blacknight') — is a striking perennial with 6-8 ft stalks adorned with deep

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Medium
USDA zones
3–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Malvaceae

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Blacknight Hollyhock (Alcea Rosea 'Blacknight') — commonly known as Blacknight Hollyhock
Blacknight Hollyhock (Alcea Rosea 'Blacknight') — This variety thrives in full sun and well-drained soil
Blacknight Hollyhock (Alcea Rosea 'Blacknight') — adding dramatic vertical interest to the midsummer garden
Blacknight Hollyhock (Alcea Rosea 'Blacknight') — is a striking perennial with 6-8 ft stalks adorned with deep
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