Alcea, also known as 'hollyhock', are short-lived showy perennials. These plants are an old garden favourite, perfect for any garden. The 'Spring Celebrities' series is a compact strain with bushy dwarf plants which bear large double blooms.
Upright and strong stems bear daisy-like flowers. Reddish-orange flowerheads appear in late summer and early autumn, extending the flowering season. Height 90 cm. Spread 60 cm.
An extremely hardy and low maintenance perennial. Strap like grey-green leaves. Wonderful deep coppery-red flowers in late Spring and Summer. Prefers full sun and moist free draining soil. Height 80cm. Spread 30cm.