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Hollyhock 'Fiesta Time'
Product code : NOR-GR03
Hollyhock 'Fiesta Time' is a compact and elegant biennial that offers spectacular flowering in its first year if sown in January. Producing magnificent double cherry-pink flowers, it is ideal for beautifying patio containers, border edges, or herb gardens. With its timeless charm and versatility, this hollyhock is perfect for brightening up your outdoor spaces. This variety reaches 100 cm (39.4 in). The floral palette is distinguished by its cherry-pink color. The sachet contains 15 seeds to start your planting. The compact habit of this variety makes it easy to integrate into confined spaces: you can plant it close to a pathway to enjoy its details and tend to it easily.
- Quantity
- 15 seeds
- Exposure
- Partial shade
- Life cycle
- Biennial
- Hardiness
- Zone 3
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Common nameHollyhock
FamilyMalvaceae
GenusHollyhock
Speciespink
CultivarParty Time
TypeNot processed
Botanical nameHollyhock
Hollyhock 'Fiesta Time' (Alcea rosea 'Fiesta Time') , offered by the seed company WH Perron
Hollyhock 'Fiesta Time' is a compact and elegant biennial that offers spectacular blooms in its first year if sown in January. Producing beautiful double flowers of a vibrant cerise pink, it is ideal for enhancing patio containers, flowerbed borders or herb gardens. With its timeless charm and versatility, this hollyhock is perfect for brightening up your outdoor spaces.
Latin name : Alcea rosea 'Fiesta Time'
Spread : 30 to 60 cm
Plant height : 100 cm
Quantity per pack : 30 Raw seeds
Maturity : Biennial
Zone : 3
Color : Cherry pink
Use : Scented plants, containers, flower beds
Plantation:
Sow seeds in January to enjoy flowering in the first year. Maintain a constant temperature of 20°C to encourage rapid germination, usually between 14 and 21 days. Prick out young plants into individual pots before transplanting them outdoors once the risk of frost has passed.
For optimal development, plant your hollyhocks in rich, well-drained and slightly loose soil. Choose a location in full sun for abundant flowering.
Growing Tips:
Water your plants regularly, being careful not to saturate the soil. To prolong flowering, remove faded flowers as they appear. Although this variety is a biennial, it flowers in its first year, making it an excellent choice for gardeners who want quick results.
With its bright cherry pink double flowers and early flowering, the 'Fiesta Time' hollyhock is a real asset for your gardens or terraces. It brings an explosion of colour and a touch of refinement to your outdoor arrangements, while being easy to grow and maintain.
Sowing guide
It all startswith a seed.
Germination temperature
20 °C (68 °F)
Germination time
14 to 21 days
Sowing period
Indoors: It is suggested to sow 8-10 weeks before planting outdoors.
Propagation
Sowing
Growing method
Maintain a constant temperature of 20°C to encourage rapid germination, usually between 14 and 21 days. Transplant seedlings into individual pots before moving them outdoors once all risk of frost has passed. Germination generally takes 14 to 21 days in potting soil maintained at 20°C (68°F). The sowing schedule for this variety is as follows: Indoors: It is suggested to sow 8-10 weeks before planting outdoors. To plant this variety, first choose a location corresponding to its exposure: full sun to partial shade. Indoors: Well-drained and porous seed starting mix is ideal to prevent overwatering. Outdoors: Any good garden soil that is moderately rich, with a preference for well-drained soils, even calcareous ones. Plan for this variety in your bed, taking into account its height of 100 cm (39.4 in). When designing the planting, allow 30 to 60 cm (11.8 to 23.6 in) of spread for each plant of this variety. Use this variety at the edge of an accessible planting; its compact silhouette is better appreciated when taller plants do not overshadow it.
Soil and care
The right care,at the right time.
Watering
Growing tips: Water your plants regularly, being careful not to oversaturate the soil. To plant this variety, first choose a location corresponding to its exposure: sun to partial shade. Indoors: A well-drained, porous seedling soil mix is ideal for preventing overwatering. Outdoors: Any good garden soil that is moderately rich, preferably well-drained even if chalky.
Soil type
For optimal growth, plant your hollyhocks in rich, well-drained, slightly loose soil. Growing tips: Water your plants regularly, being careful not to oversaturate the soil. To plant this variety, first choose a location that matches its sun exposure: full sun to partial shade. Indoors: A well-drained and porous seed-starting mix is ideal to prevent overwatering.
Fertilization
To plant this variety, first choose a location that matches its sun exposure: full sun to partial shade. Indoors: A well-drained and porous seed-starting mix is ideal to prevent overwatering. Outdoors: Any good garden soil that is moderately rich, with a preference for well-drained soils, even calcareous ones. During its flowering period in July and August, keep this variety accessible to remove damaged parts without bruising the still fresh flowers.
Seasonal care
Cultivation tips: Water your plants regularly, being careful not to saturate the soil. To prolong flowering, remove faded flowers as they appear. During its July and August flowering period, keep this variety accessible so you can remove damaged parts without crushing fresh flowers. Once your plants are established in the garden, they can simply reproduce. After they have faded, simply let the inflorescences dry out. Rub the dry inflorescences with your hands, scatter the seeds in the flowerbed, and rake them into the soil. Hollyhocks like sunny spots to grow healthily and vigorously. They also do well in partially shaded locations. Due to their height, they need a sheltered spot away from the wind. You should stake very tall growing plants. In protected beds and on the south side, or against house walls, hollyhocks grow abundantly with a luxurious display rich in flowers. Germination usually takes 14 to 21 days in potting soil maintained at 20 °C (68 °F). The sowing schedule for this variety is as follows: indoors: It is suggested to sow 8-10 weeks before planting outdoors. This variety flowers during the following period: July and August.
Container growing
A garden,within reach.
Recommended pot size
Drained container allowing the plant to spread 30 to 60 cm (11.8 to 23.6 in).
Producing beautiful double flowers of a brilliant cherry pink, it is ideal for embellishing patio containers, border edges or herb gardens. With its brilliant cherry-pink double flowers and early blooming, the hollyhock 'Fiesta Time' is a real asset for your gardens or terraces. The foliage of this variety occupies about 30 to 60 cm (11.8 to 23.6 in); allow this width around the container instead of squeezing several plants against its edge. Place the container of this variety in the following exposure: sun to partial shade, checking the light received throughout the day. Germination usually takes 14 to 21 days in potting soil maintained at 20 °C (68 °F). The sowing schedule for this variety is as follows: indoors: It is suggested to sow 8-10 weeks before planting outdoors. To install this variety, first choose a location corresponding to its exposure: sun to partial shade. Indoors: A well-drained and porous potting mix for seedlings is ideal to prevent overwatering. Outdoors: Any good garden soil, moderately rich, with a preference for well-drained, even calcareous, soils.
Bloom and dimensions
Its place,in your garden.
Mature height
100 cm (39.4 in.)
Width / spread
30 to 60 cm (11.8 to 23.6 in.)
Flower color
Cherry Rose
Growth habit
Compact
Bloom period
Hollyhock 'Fiesta Time' (Alcea rosea 'Fiesta Time'), offered by WH Perron Seed Company. Hollyhock 'Fiesta Time' is a compact and elegant biennial plant that offers spectacular blooms in its first year if sown in January. Producing magnificent double cherry-pink flowers, it is ideal for beautifying patio containers, garden borders, or herb gardens.
Garden associations
In goodcompany.
Companion plants
Plan the placement of this variety in the bed, considering its height of 100 cm (39.4 in). When designing the planting, allow for a spread of 30 to 60 cm (11.8 to 23.6 in) for each plant of this variety. Use this variety at the edge of an accessible planting area; its compact silhouette is best appreciated when taller plants do not close in above it. The shades of this variety lend themselves to a composition with white flowers and green foliage; repeat the color at several points in the bed so that the eye circulates without multiplying the species.
Frequently asked questions
Your questions,answered.
When to start hollyhock 'Fiesta Time' seeds?
Germination typically takes 14 to 21 days in potting soil maintained at 20°C (68°F). The sowing schedule for this variety is as follows: Indoors: It is suggested to sow 8-10 weeks before planting outdoors. Transplant young flowers when their true leaves have developed and their roots hold the root ball. Handle seedlings gently and avoid compressing the stem. Under lights, gradually space out the containers so that the foliage does not overlap. Acclimatization then prepares the plants for sun, wind, and temperature variations. Planting out occurs when conditions match their hardiness.
How to enjoy Hollyhock ‘Fiesta Time’ in a container?
The foliage of this variety spreads about 30 to 60 cm (11.8 to 23.6 in); allow this width around the container instead of crowding several plants against its edge. Place the container for this variety in the following exposure: sun to partial shade, checking the light received throughout the day. Plan the placement of this variety in the bed, considering its height of 100 cm (39.4 in). When designing the planting, reserve 30 to 60 cm (11.8 to 23.6 in) of spread for each plant of this variety. Use this variety as an accessible border; its compact silhouette is best appreciated when taller plants do not enclose it.
How to combine the colors of Hollyhock 'Fiesta Time'?
The shades of this variety lend themselves to a composition with white flowers and green foliage; repeat the color in several places in the bed so that the eye circulates without multiplying the species. This variety flowers during the following period: July and August. Plan the placement of this variety in the bed taking into account its height of 100 cm (39.4 in). When designing the planting, reserve 30 to 60 cm (11.8 to 23.6 in) of spread for each plant of this variety. Use this variety at the edge of an accessible planting; its compact silhouette is better seen when taller plants do not close in above it.
What location is suitable for Hollyhock 'Fiesta Time'?
To install this variety, first choose a location corresponding to its exposure: sun to partial shade. Indoors: A well-drained, porous potting mix for seedlings is ideal to prevent overwatering. Outdoors: Any good garden soil that is moderately rich, with a preference for well-drained soils, even calcareous ones. Allow space for this variety in the flowerbed, taking into account its height of 100 cm (39.4 in.). When designing the planting, reserve 30 to 60 cm (11.8 to 23.6 in.) of spread for each plant of this variety. Use this variety at the edge of an accessible planting; its compact silhouette is better appreciated when taller plants do not overshadow it.
How to water Hollyhock ‘Fiesta Time’ during its growth?
During its flowering period in July and August, keep this variety accessible so you can remove damaged parts without crushing still-fresh flowers. Once your plants are established in the garden, they can simply reproduce themselves. After they have faded, simply allow the inflorescences to dry out. Rub the dry inflorescences between your hands, scatter the seeds in the flowerbed, and rake them into the soil. Hollyhocks like sunny spots to grow healthily and vigorously. They do well in partially shaded sites. Due to their height, they need a sheltered spot protected from the wind.
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