Alcea rosea ‘White’
White Alcea
Evergreen-Deciduous | Deciduous |
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Overall Mature Size | Small |
Mature Height & Spread | 2-4' x 1-3' |
Exposure | Full to Partial Sun |
Water | Medium, Low Water |
Flower Color | White |
Bloom Time | Summer |
Special Features | Attracts Birds, Butterflies, Low Water Use |
Container Sizes | #1 |
Natural Growth Habit | Rounding |
Minimum USDA Hardiness Zone | 5-8 |
Plant Type | Shrub |
Also known as Hollyhock this decidous shrub grows quickly to 2-4′ tall with a spread of 1-3′ wide. It has showy white summer flowers. This is an old time favorite to many gardeners as it finds its place against a wall fence or at the back of a border. The flowers are 3-6 wide and the petals are heart shaped with up to 6 blooms per stock.
Full sun part sun enjoys sandy well-drained soil clay tolerates acid. Great for mass planting containers and borders.