Grow Hollyhock Zebrina (Malva sylvestris), also known as French Hollyhock, for beautiful mauve-pink flowers marked with distinctive deep purple veins. This ornamental flowering plant is a lovely choice for cottage gardens, borders, pollinator gardens, and naturalized planting areas.
Why Choose These Seeds
- Eye-catching mauve-pink flowers with dark purple veining
- Attractive to bees, butterflies, and other pollinators
- Excellent for cottage gardens, borders, and wildflower-style plantings
- Long flowering season under suitable conditions
- Easy to incorporate into informal and naturalistic garden designs
At a Glance
| Plant |
Hollyhock Zebrina – Malva sylvestris
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| Common name |
French Hollyhock |
| Order contents |
30 seeds |
| Plant type |
Flowering perennial or short-lived perennial |
| Best for |
Cottage gardens, borders, pollinator gardens, naturalized areas |
| Light |
Full sun to partial shade |
| Mature height |
Approximately 3–4 ft |
| Flower color |
Mauve-pink with deep purple veins |
| Success starts with |
Good drainage, steady moisture, and plenty of light |
How to Start
- Fill seed trays or pots with a clean, well-draining seed-starting mix.
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Sow seeds approximately 1/4 inch deep and cover lightly with soil.
- Keep the growing medium evenly moist but not waterlogged.
- Maintain moderate warmth and provide bright light.
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Germination commonly occurs in approximately 1–3 weeks under suitable conditions.
- Once seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant them into individual pots or directly into the garden after the risk of frost has passed.
Set expectations: Germination speed and plant development can vary depending on temperature, moisture, seed freshness, and growing conditions. Plants grown from seed may also show slight natural variation in flower shade, markings, size, and growth habit.
Frequently Asked Questions
What exactly will I receive?
One order contains 30 Hollyhock Zebrina (Malva sylvestris) seeds.
How long do Hollyhock Zebrina seeds take to germinate?
Under suitable conditions, seeds typically germinate in approximately 1–3 weeks, although some may take longer.
Do these seeds need cold stratification?
Cold stratification is generally not required. Seeds can usually be sown directly into moist, well-draining soil or started indoors.
Does Hollyhock Zebrina attract pollinators?
Yes. Its flowers are attractive to bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinating insects.
Where should I plant French Hollyhock?
Choose a location with full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It works especially well in cottage gardens, borders, and naturalized planting areas.
