Alcea rosea (Hollyhock) - Peaches n Dreams

Alcea rosea (Hollyhock) ‘Peaches ’n Dreams’ brings a soft, romantic touch to the garden with its fully double blooms in dreamy shades of peach, apricot, and blush pink. The tall, showy spires add height and elegance, making them perfect for cottage gardens, borders, or as a backdrop planting. The lush, rose-like flowers are loved by pollinators and create a charming focal point in summer landscapes.

Key Features

• Large, fully double flowers in peach, apricot, and blush tones
• Striking vertical accent for borders, fences, or cottage gardens
• Long-lasting midsummer to early fall color
• Attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds
• Beautiful as cut flowers for arrangements

Plant Care Instructions

• Water: Keep soil evenly moist; water deeply during hot, dry spells
• Light: Prefers full sun (6+ hours daily)
• Soil: Grows best in rich, well-drained soil; amend with compost for vigor
• Fertilizer: Apply a balanced fertilizer monthly during the growing season
• Height & Spread: Reaches 5–8 ft tall; 18–24 in wide
• Spacing: Plant 18–24 in apart
• Hardiness: Biennial to short-lived perennial; hardy in Zones 3–9
• Maintenance: Stake tall flower spikes in windy areas; deadhead to extend bloom season