• Henry viii red hollyhock vibrant red bloom against a blurred green background.
  • Henry viii red hollyhock large open red blooms standing tall against a blurred green backdrop.
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Hollyhock Seeds - Henry VIII - Red

A biennial member of the Henry VIII series, noted for their towering height suitable for borders

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About the Variety

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Key Features

Frost Tolerant
Heat Tolerant
Prefers Moist Soil
Prefers Lean Soil
Clay Soil Tolerant
Attracts Bees
Attracts Butterflies
Attracts Hummingbirds
Easy to Grow
Perfect for Cut Flowers
Perfect for Borders
Perfect for Dried Flowers
Medicinal
Edible
Deer Resistant

Plant Details

BOTANICAL NAME

Alcea rosea

LIFE CYCLE

  • Biennial

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun

GROWTH HABIT

  • Upright

PLANT HEIGHT

  • Up to 96 inches

COLOR

  • Red

In a stately hue that certainly doesn't fade into the background, King Henry The Eighth Hollyhock in Red makes an excellent backdrop for your perennial garden, and holds surprisingly well as a cut flower!

  • These garnet blooms glisten like precious gemstones
  • Spring Blooming; Red Flowers
  • Prefers Full Sun Exposure

Planting Information

PLANTING SEASON

  • Fall
  • Spring

SOWING METHOD

  • Direct Sow

PLANTING DEPTH

  • 1/4 inch

WATER NEEDS

  • Average

PLANT SPACING

  • 18 to 36 inches

HARDINESS ZONES

  • N/A - Annual

SEED PREP

  • Requires Light

COVERAGE

Amount Avg Seed Count Recommended Coverage
Packet 53 Up to 80 Sq. Ft
1 Ounce 3,000 Up to 625 Sq. Ft

Planting Guide

View our Hollyhock Planting Guide to learn more.

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Hollyhock Seeds - Henry VIII - Red

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Hollyhock Seeds - Henry VIII - Red FAQs

Is Henry VIII Red Hollyhock resistant to animals or disease?

Henry VIII Red Hollyhock is deer resistant, meaning deer generally avoid it due to its taste, texture, or aroma.

What type of seed is Henry VIII Red Hollyhock?

Henry VIII Red Hollyhock is classified as heirloom seed and open pollinated seed.

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