Johnsons - Hollyhock Nigra - 50 Seeds

Deep purple maroon, cup shaped flowers on tall stately stems. A striking colour to add to the back of the border and as a focal point in planting schemes. For indoor sowing
When March to June.
Where In trays of seed compost.
How Sow thinly, cover with a fine layer of compost. Firm gently and keep moist. Cover tray with glass, polythene or propagator lid. Keep at approx. 15°C. Seedlings appear 21-28 days.
Care Remove cover when seedlings appear. When large enough transplant singly to small pots. Gradually acclimatise plants to outside conditions. Transplant 60cm apart in flowering position from summer onwards.
Flowers June to August, the following year.
For outdoor sowing
When May to July.
Where In a prepared seed bed.
How Sow thinly in rows 30cm apart. Cover lightly with fine soil. Firm gently and keep moist.
Care Transplant 60cm apart in flowering position from September to October.
Flowers June to August, the following year. Give young plants protection during winter in colder areas.