{"product_id":"ga-rose-tremiere-summer-carnival-bio","title":"Organic hollyhock 'Summer Carnival'","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"143\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"4\" data-end=\"143\"\u003eOrganic hollyhock 'Summer Carnival' (Alcea rosea) from the seed company Gaia, a romantic giant with double, powdery and multicoloured flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"145\" data-end=\"906\"\u003eThe hollyhock 'Summer Carnival' is a spectacular heirloom variety that produces \u003cstrong data-start=\"238\" data-end=\"295\"\u003etall flower spikes reaching 1.5 to 1.8 m (5–6')\u003c\/strong\u003e , laden with \u003cstrong data-start=\"309\" data-end=\"347\"\u003edouble, peony-like blooms that\u003c\/strong\u003e are soft, elegant, and light like antique fabric. The ruffled petals, in \u003cstrong data-start=\"427\" data-end=\"484\"\u003eshades of crimson, pink, red, yellow, and white\u003c\/strong\u003e , create a veritable carnival of color that brightens cottage gardens all summer long.\u003cbr data-start=\"577\" data-end=\"580\"\u003e Although it is a biennial, this variety \u003cstrong data-start=\"622\" data-end=\"655\"\u003eblooms in its first year\u003c\/strong\u003e , making it ideal for impatient gardeners or for creating instantly abundant flowerbeds. A winner of the prestigious \u003cstrong data-start=\"779\" data-end=\"811\"\u003eAll-America Selections (AAS)\u003c\/strong\u003e in 1972, it remains one of the most robust, floriferous, and versatile hollyhocks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-start=\"908\" data-end=\"911\"\u003e\n\n \u003ch3 data-start=\"913\" data-end=\"942\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"920\" data-end=\"940\"\u003eDid you know that?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"943\" data-end=\"1555\"\u003e The hollyhock was once called the \" \u003cstrong data-start=\"986\" data-end=\"1011\"\u003erose of Saint James\u003c\/strong\u003e \" because it accompanied pilgrims on the Way of St. James, readily growing near houses, shelters, and wells. In many medieval villages, it symbolized \u003cstrong data-start=\"1191\" data-end=\"1208\"\u003ehospitality\u003c\/strong\u003e : a hollyhock growing near a door indicated that the traveler could ask for water, rest, or help.\u003cbr data-start=\"1317\" data-end=\"1320\"\u003e Furthermore, its \u003cstrong data-start=\"1333\" data-end=\"1355\"\u003eedible flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e were used in infusions to soothe throat irritations and delicately color culinary preparations. A useful, beautiful plant deeply rooted in folk heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-start=\"1557\" data-end=\"1560\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1562\" data-end=\"1745\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1562\" data-end=\"1583\"\u003eCompanion plants\u003c\/strong\u003e : Yarrow, bellflower, daisy, zinnia, marigold, sunflower \u003cbr data-start=\"1657\" data-end=\"1660\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1660\" data-end=\"1680\"\u003eNegative plants\u003c\/strong\u003e : — (no direct incompatibility, avoid excessively waterlogged soils)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1747\" data-end=\"2041\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1747\" data-end=\"1767\"\u003eSpread\/Carry\u003c\/strong\u003e : Upright, majestic\u003cbr data-start=\"1788\" data-end=\"1791\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1791\" data-end=\"1811\"\u003ePlant height\u003c\/strong\u003e : 120 to 180 cm (48–60\")\u003cbr data-start=\"1835\" data-end=\"1838\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1838\" data-end=\"1861\"\u003eQuantity per packet\u003c\/strong\u003e : 35 seeds\u003cbr data-start=\"1874\" data-end=\"1877\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1877\" data-end=\"1894\"\u003eCertification\u003c\/strong\u003e : Environmentally friendly product\u003cbr data-start=\"1919\" data-end=\"1922\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1922\" data-end=\"1940\"\u003eSpecial features\u003c\/strong\u003e : Multicolored double flowers, edible, blooms in the first year, attracts pollinators\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2043\" data-end=\"2267\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"2043\" data-end=\"2065\"\u003eFlower colors\u003c\/strong\u003e : Cream, crimson, pink, red, yellow, white\u003cbr data-start=\"2110\" data-end=\"2113\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"2113\" data-end=\"2136\"\u003eTexture\/structure\u003c\/strong\u003e : Double petals, crumpled, peony effect \u003cbr data-start=\"2181\" data-end=\"2184\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2184\" data-end=\"2205\"\u003eMain uses\u003c\/strong\u003e : Ornamental, edible flowers, drying, cottage gardens\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-start=\"2269\" data-end=\"2272\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2274\" data-end=\"2297\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"2278\" data-end=\"2297\"\u003eFarming method\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2299\" data-end=\"2692\"\u003e Stratify the seeds \u003cstrong data-start=\"2322\" data-end=\"2336\"\u003efor 2 weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e in the refrigerator and \u003cstrong data-start=\"2368\" data-end=\"2404\"\u003esoak them for 12 hours in lukewarm water\u003c\/strong\u003e to promote germination. Sow \u003cstrong data-start=\"2442\" data-end=\"2487\"\u003e6 to 8 weeks before the last frost\u003c\/strong\u003e , at a depth of \u003cstrong data-start=\"2491\" data-end=\"2506\"\u003e6 mm (1\/4\")\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003cbr data-start=\"2521\" data-end=\"2524\"\u003e Transplant into open ground after all risk of frost, handling the roots with great care: the hollyhock does not appreciate abrupt transplanting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"2694\" data-end=\"2850\"\u003eSpace the plants \u003cstrong data-start=\"2716\" data-end=\"2731\"\u003e45 cm (18\")\u003c\/strong\u003e apart with \u003cstrong data-start=\"2737\" data-end=\"2752\"\u003e60 cm (24\")\u003c\/strong\u003e between rows. Provide \u003cstrong data-start=\"2780\" data-end=\"2796\"\u003efull sun\u003c\/strong\u003e , moderate watering ( \u003cstrong data-start=\"2818\" data-end=\"2830\"\u003elevel 2\u003c\/strong\u003e ), and well-drained soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-start=\"2852\" data-end=\"2855\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2857\" data-end=\"2888\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"2861\" data-end=\"2888\"\u003eHarvesting and preservation\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2890\" data-end=\"3126\"\u003e The flowers can be harvested \u003cstrong data-start=\"2924\" data-end=\"2952\"\u003efresh for cooking\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong data-start=\"2956\" data-end=\"2965\"\u003edried\u003c\/strong\u003e for infusions or decorative uses. It is best to pick them in the morning.\u003cbr data-start=\"3045\" data-end=\"3048\"\u003e For drying, lay the flowers flat in a dark and ventilated place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-start=\"3128\" data-end=\"3131\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3133\" data-end=\"3160\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"3137\" data-end=\"3160\"\u003eUsage ideas\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"3162\" data-end=\"3486\"\u003e • Magnificent in \u003cstrong data-start=\"3178\" data-end=\"3219\"\u003ehigh borders and cottage gardens\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr data-start=\"3219\" data-end=\"3222\"\u003e• Perfect for \u003cstrong data-start=\"3236\" data-end=\"3259\"\u003eromantic flowerbeds\u003c\/strong\u003e , with light perennials\u003cbr data-start=\"3285\" data-end=\"3288\"\u003e • Edible flowers for \u003cstrong data-start=\"3314\" data-end=\"3353\"\u003esalads, cakes, and floral drinks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3353\" data-end=\"3356\"\u003e • Superb dried heads for \u003cstrong data-start=\"3385\" data-end=\"3424\"\u003ebotanical art and vintage bouquets\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3424\" data-end=\"3427\"\u003e • Ideal for \u003cstrong data-start=\"3441\" data-end=\"3484\"\u003eattracting bees, bumblebees and butterflies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-start=\"3488\" data-end=\"3491\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"3493\" data-end=\"3716\"\u003e The hollyhock 'Summer Carnival' is a true living painting: spectacular, floriferous, delicate, and deeply heritage-rich. 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