7/7/2023 0 Comments Planting hollyhock seedlings![]() ![]() They are native to China but quickly spread their way to the middle east by the time of the Crusades. Other species in this family are hardy hibiscus, okra and cotton. Hollyhocks are herbaceous flowering plants of the Malvaceae family or better known as mallow. When planting hollyhock roots in spring, cover them with a box or newspaper if spring days get unseasonably warm.Origin Hollyhocks are flowering plants of the Malvaceae family native to China. Bare root hollyhock plants should not be allowed to dry out neither should they sit in waterlogged soil. After covering the bare root plant with soil, water well and add a layer of mulch. Gently press the roots into the soil for good contact and cover with soil. The bud or crown of the bare root hollyhock should point upward and be level with the surrounding soil. Don’t plant too deeply though, just a couple of inches (5 cm.) below the soil.īare root hollyhocks can be set on a mound of loose soil in the middle of the hole with another hole in the center for the taproot. When planting, the taproot should point downward. The hole should be wider than the roots and deep enough to encourage the long taproot of bare root hollyhock plants to easily grow downward. Plant hollyhock roots in a prepared hole in the right location. They may also be soaked overnight, but don’t leave them in water long enough to get soft. ![]() Trim any damage from the roots, such as mold or breakage.īare root hollyhock plants often appear to be dried out, so soak them in a tub of water for 10 minutes to rejuvenate them. Remove the fleshy roots from the bag and lightly shake off the protective material. Planting Hollyhock Rootsīare root hollyhock plants usually come in plastic packaging protected by peat moss or sawdust. If you’ve bought bare roots with any of these problems, follow the instructions below before planting. Soft spots or mildew can indicate a diseased specimen. Buy firm, healthy roots without blemishes. When purchasing bare root plants, keep a few things in mind. Follow a few simple steps, however, and you’ll have a wealth of beautiful blooms from the hollyhocks as well as from other bare root plants. Learning how to grow bare root hollyhocks is a challenge for some. Most hollyhock plants are of the Alcea species, of the family Malvaceae. Some do not bloom until the second year after starting bare-root plants, but you should see foliage growth the first year. Hollyhock plants are biennials or short-lived perennials. More than 60 species of bare-root hollyhock plants are available. Plants grown from seed may not be true to the parent plant either. Seed-grown hollyhocks and those started from cuttings often start life in a weaker form and are more prone to develop rust disease, a disease that plagues long-time hollyhock growers. Healthy bare root plants don’t have the susceptibility to the dreaded rust disease as those started in other ways. Planting hollyhock roots is the best way to start this large and attractive flower. Large blooms are long-lasting when planted correctly. Beautiful blooms may tower up to 9 feet (2 m.) tall and can be used as an old-fashioned focal point in a garden bed. Growing hollyhocks in a sunny garden makes a statement. ![]()
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