In a farm garden or a natural garden, the hollyhock, sometimes also called farm rose, should not be missing. But it also grows where you hardly expect it: on house walls and in narrow crevices. You can take advantage of that.

From May, the hollyhocks that have been brought forward can go outside

The right soil and the best location

Hollyhocks like a nutrient-rich and permeable soil, but not waterlogging. Choose a location that is as sunny and sheltered from the wind as possible. She feels most comfortable there, which she shows with lush flowering and health. In moisture and in full shade, it cares and tends to mallow rust.

The hollyhock also thrives in light shade, but in a windy place it needs protection to prevent it from tipping over. Tie up or provide support for tall-growing hollyhocks, especially if planted individually. Loosen up firm ground a little with coarse sand and enrich nutrient-poor soil with compost or manure. Hollyhocks are particularly beautiful when planted in groups against walls or fences.

When is the best planting time?

Hollyhocks grown in pots over the winter can be planted out from May. If you have sown the plants outdoors, then September is the time to transplant the hollyhocks to the place where they are to flower next year. Plant your hollyhocks in a bed, then keep a distance of about 40 cm between the individual plants.

Plant the hollyhock in unusual places

Have you ever seen pictures of Danish streets with houses in front of which bloom hollyhocks? They are not in the front yard, but directly on the wall of the house on the sidewalk or on the side of the road. This sight is beautiful and not so rare. You too can let your hollyhocks bloom on the house wall.

The hollyhock is difficult to plant in narrow cracks. Be careful not to break the roots. You may have to remove paving stones to get a large enough planting hole. It is easier if you sow the hollyhock right there.

Put some compost in the planting or seed hole and ensure there is sufficient moisture. After flowering, cut this hollyhock about a hand's breadth above the ground to extend the life of this plant.

The best planting tips for hollyhocks:

  • location with as much sun as possible
  • permeable and nutrient-rich soil
  • Planting distance approx. 40 cm
  • water well
  • Planting time for early hollyhocks: May
  • Transplant outdoor seed: in September

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Plant hollyhocks on a dreary wall and delight yourself and those around you with the colorful flowers.

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Vegetable garden