Photo de Rose trémière 'Spring Celebrities™'. La couleur caractéristique est : couleurs variées. Le visuel permet d'observer les contours, les teintes et la disposition des éléments présentés. Les détails de forme et les contrastes donnent un aperçu de l'apparence de cette plante ou de sa récolte. Cette photographie accompagne la variété nommée afin de l'identifier dans la sélection de semences.
Untreated Malvaceae

Hollyhock 'Spring Celebrities™'

Product code : NOR-GR05

The 'Spring Celebrities™' hollyhock is a compact biennial variety that combines elegance and practicality. Producing spectacular blooms in July and August, it offers flowers in various colors, perfect for enhancing your flowerbeds. With a moderate height of 70 cm and a spread of 30 cm, this hollyhock is ideal for sunny or lightly shaded gardens. Easy to grow, it fits well into both rustic and more modern settings. This variety reaches 70 cm (27.6 in.). The mix brings together several flower colors on plants grown from seed. The packet contains 20 seeds to start your planting.
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Quantity
20 seeds
Exposure
Sun to partial shade
Life cycle
Biennial
Hardiness
Zone 3

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Common nameHollyhock
FamilyMalvaceae
GenusAlcea
Speciespink
CultivarSpring Celebrities™
TypeUntreated
Botanical nameHollyhock

'Spring Celebrities™' Hollyhock (Alcea rosea). The 'Spring Celebrities™' hollyhock is a compact biennial variety that combines elegance and practicality. Producing a spectacular bloom in July and August, it offers flowers in various colors, perfect for enriching your flower beds. With a moderate height of 70 cm and a spread of 30 cm, this hollyhock is ideal for sunny or lightly shaded gardens. Easy to grow, it fits just as well in rustic spaces as it does in more modern landscapes. This variety reaches 70 cm (27.6 in).

For the 'Spring Celebrities™' hollyhock, germination generally takes 14 to 21 days in potting soil kept at 20 °C (68 °F). For the 'Spring Celebrities™' hollyhock, the sowing schedule for this variety is as follows: indoors: It is suggested to sow 8-10 weeks before planting outdoors. For the 'Spring Celebrities™' hollyhock, transplant the young flowers when their true leaves have developed and their roots hold the root ball together. For the 'Spring Celebrities™' hollyhock, handle the seedlings delicately and avoid compressing the stem.

Outdoors, plant your seeds in moderately rich, well-drained, and even slightly chalky garden soil. The hollyhock thrives in sunny locations but also tolerates partial shade. Protect your plants from prevailing winds by placing them near a wall or in a sheltered area, and stake them if necessary to support the flower stalks. After flowering, let the inflorescences dry out on the plant to allow for natural reproduction. Add a romantic and luxurious touch to your gardens with the 'Spring Celebrities™' hollyhock. Perfect for creating a rich floral display, this resilient and versatile variety will enhance your outdoor spaces with simplicity and beauty, year after year.

Photo de Rose trémière 'Spring Celebrities™'. La couleur caractéristique est : couleurs variées. Le visuel permet d'observer les contours, les teintes et la disposition des éléments présentés. Les détails de forme et les contrastes donnent un aperçu de l'apparence de cette plante ou de sa récolte. Cette photographie accompagne la variété nommée afin de l'identifier dans la sélection de semences.

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 outside.

Propagation

Sowing

Growing method

Maintain a temperature of 20°C for germination in 14 to 21 days. Transplant the young seedlings once they are sufficiently developed. For outdoor cultivation, sow directly in a seedbed in August to enjoy flowering the following year. Fallen seeds may germinate and ensure future blooms. Emergence generally requires 14 to 21 days in 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 establish this variety, first choose a location that matches its light requirements: sun to partial shade. Indoors: Well-drained, porous seed-starting mix is ideal to prevent overwatering. Outdoors: Any good, moderately rich garden soil, with a preference for well-drained, even calcareous soil. Plan the placement of this variety in the flowerbed, keeping in mind its height of 70 cm (27.6 in). When designing the planting, allow 30 cm (11.8 in) of spread for each plant of this variety. Use this variety along the edge of an accessible landscape; its compact silhouette shows best when taller plants do not close in over it.

Soil and care

The right care,at the right time.

Watering

For indoor use, use well-drained, porous potting soil to prevent excess moisture. After flowering, allow the inflorescences to dry on the plant to encourage natural reproduction. Perfect for creating a rich floral display, this resilient and versatile variety will enhance your outdoor spaces with simplicity and beauty, year after year. To plant this variety, first choose a location that matches its sun requirements: sun to partial shade.

Soil type

Indoors, use a well-drained, porous potting soil to prevent excess moisture. Outdoors, plant your seeds in moderately rich, well-drained garden soil that is even slightly chalky. To set up this variety, first choose a location that matches its sun requirements: sun to partial shade. Indoors: A well-drained and porous seed-starting mix is ideal for preventing overwatering.

Fertilization

To plant this variety, first choose a location that matches its light requirements: full sun to partial shade. Indoor: A well-drained, porous seed-starting mix is ideal for preventing overwatering. Outdoor: Any good, moderately rich garden soil is suitable, with a preference for well-drained soils, even those that are calcareous. During its flowering period in July and August, keep this variety accessible to remove damaged parts without bruising the fresh flowers.

Seasonal care

Protect your plants from prevailing winds by placing them near a wall or in a sheltered area, and stake them if necessary to support the flower stems. During their July and August blooming period, keep this variety accessible to remove damaged parts without bruising the fresh flowers. Once your plants are established in the garden, they can easily self-seed. After they fade, simply let the flower heads dry out. Rub the dry seed heads with your hands, sprinkle the seeds into the flowerbed, and rake them into the soil. Hollyhocks love sunny spots to grow in a healthy and vigorous manner. They also do well in partially shaded sites. Because of their height, they need shelter from the wind. You should secure very tall-growing plants. In protected flowerbeds, on the south side, or against house walls, hollyhocks grow abundantly with a luxurious, flower-rich display. Germination typically takes 14 to 21 days in soil kept 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. The blooming period for this variety covers the following months: July and August. For the 'Spring Celebrities™' Hollyhock, keep the labeled packet to track cultivar-specific data throughout the season.

Container growing

A garden,within reach.

Recommended pot size

Drained container, allowing the plant to spread 30 cm (11.8 in).
The foliage of this variety reaches approximately 30 cm (11.8 in); leave this amount of space 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. Germination generally takes 14 to 21 days in soil maintained at 20 °C (68 °F). The sowing calendar for this variety is prepared 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: Well-drained and porous seed-starting soil is ideal to prevent overwatering. Outdoors: Any good, moderately rich garden soil, with a preference for well-drained, even calcareous soils. During its flowering in July and August, keep this variety accessible to remove damaged parts without bruising the fresh flowers. Once your plants are established in the garden, they can easily reproduce. After they fade, simply let the inflorescences dry out. For 'Spring Celebrities™' hollyhock, keep the labeled packet to track the cultivar's specific data throughout the season.
Photo de Rose trémière 'Spring Celebrities™'. La couleur caractéristique est : couleurs variées. Le visuel permet d'observer les contours, les teintes et la disposition des éléments présentés. Les détails de forme et les contrastes donnent un aperçu de l'apparence de cette plante ou de sa récolte. Cette photographie accompagne la variété nommée afin de l'identifier dans la sélection de semences.

Bloom and dimensions

Its place,in your garden.

Mature height

70 cm (27.6 in.)

Width / spread

30 cm (11.8 in)

Flower color

Various Colors

Growth habit

Compact

Bloom period

Producing a spectacular bloom in July and August, it offers flowers in a variety of colors, perfect for enriching your flower beds. For outdoor cultivation, sow directly in a seedbed in August to enjoy blooms the following year. After flowering, leave the inflorescences to dry on the plant to allow for natural reproduction. The fallen seeds will be able to germinate and ensure future blooms.
Photo de Rose trémière 'Spring Celebrities™'. La couleur caractéristique est : couleurs variées. Le visuel permet d'observer les contours, les teintes et la disposition des éléments présentés. Les détails de forme et les contrastes donnent un aperçu de l'apparence de cette plante ou de sa récolte. Cette photographie accompagne la variété nommée afin de l'identifier dans la sélection de semences.

Garden associations

In goodcompany.

Companion plants

Plan the placement of this variety in the flowerbed, taking into account its height of 70 cm (27.6 in). When designing the planting, allow 30 cm (11.8 in) of spread for each plant of this variety. Use this variety as an edging for an accessible garden area; its compact silhouette shows best when taller plants do not overhang it. The variety's color mix makes it possible to create a small flowerbed on its own; keep neighboring plants in a more understated range to let the differences between the flowers stand out.

Frequently asked questions

Your questions,answered.

When should I start sowing 'Spring Celebrities™' hollyhock seeds?
Germination generally requires 14 to 21 days in soil kept at 20 °C (68 °F). The sowing calendar for this variety is as follows: indoors: It is suggested to sow 8–10 weeks before planting outdoors. Transplant the young flowers when their true leaves have developed and their roots hold the root ball. Handle the seedlings delicately 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 fluctuations. Planting out is done when conditions match their hardiness.
How can I enjoy the 'Spring Celebrities™' hollyhock's habit in a container?
The foliage of this variety occupies about 30 cm (11.8 in); leave this space available around the container instead of crowding several plants against its edge. Place the container for this variety in this exposure: sun to partial shade, checking the light received throughout the day. Plan the placement of this variety in the flowerbed taking into account its height of 70 cm (27.6 in). When designing the planting, reserve 30 cm (11.8 in) of spread for each plant of this variety. Use this variety along the edge of an accessible layout; its compact silhouette is best appreciated when taller plants do not close in above it.
How to combine the colors of 'Spring Celebrities™' hollyhocks?
The blend of colors in this variety makes it possible to create a small flower bed all on its own; keep neighboring plants in a more understated range to let the differences between the flowers stand out. This variety blooms during the following period: July and August. Plan the space for this variety in the flower bed by taking into account its height of 70 cm (27.6 in). When designing the planting, reserve 30 cm (11.8 in) of spread for each plant of this variety. Use this variety at the edge of an accessible landscape; its compact silhouette is best appreciated when taller plants do not close in over it.
Which location is suitable for hollyhock 'Spring Celebrities™'?
To plant this variety, first choose a location that matches its exposure: sun to partial shade. Indoors: A well-drained, porous seed-starting soil is ideal for preventing overwatering. Outdoors: Any good, moderately rich garden soil, with a preference for well-drained, even calcareous soil. Plan the placement of this variety in the flowerbed, taking into account its height of 70 cm (27.6 in). When designing the planting, allow 30 cm (11.8 in) of spread for each plant of this variety. Use this variety along the edge of an accessible landscape; its compact silhouette shows best when taller plants do not close in over it.
How do you water the 'Spring Celebrities™' hollyhock during its growth?
During their flowering period in July and August, keep this variety accessible to remove damaged parts without crushing the fresh flowers. Once your plants are established in the garden, they can easily propagate themselves. After they have faded, simply let the inflorescences dry out. Rub the dry inflorescences with your hands, sprinkle the seeds into the flowerbed, and rake them into the soil. The hollyhock likes sunny spots to grow in a healthy and vigorous manner. It thrives in partially shaded sites. Due to their height, they need a sheltered spot protected from the wind.

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