Product Description
Alcea rosea 'Fiesta Time' (30)ct Flat
Common Name: Hollyhock
This vibrant seed selection produces relatively short spikes of double, cerise pink, fringed blossoms beginning in midsummer. This is a first year flowering perennial.
The shorter height of 'Fiesta Time' makes it more suitable to courtyard gardens and containers than its taller cousins. Feel free to grow hollyhocks under Black Walnut trees; they are tolerant of the toxic juglone that is emitted through the trees' roots.
Hollyhocks prefer rich, moist, well-drained soil but can tolerate short periods of drought. They need full sun to really perform in the landscape. Watch for Japanese Beetles; this plant is one of their favorites!
Height: 3.0 Feet
Spread: 18.0-24.0 Inches
Hardiness Zones: 3,4,5,6,7,8,9
Flower Color: Pink shades
Foliage Color: Green shades
Full Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun)
Average Water Needs
Average to Fertile Soil Quality
Bloomtime: Midsummer
Attracts Butterflies and Hummingbirds
Bee Friendly
Seasonal Interest: Dried Seed Heads
Growth Rate: Rapid
Border Plant, Cut Flower, Cut Foliage, Dried Flower, Mass Planting, Specimen, Focal Point
Bring a Festive Touch to Your Garden with 'Fiesta Time' Hollyhock!
Alcea rosea 'Fiesta Time', also known as Hollyhock, is a delightful addition to any garden, boasting vibrant, double flowers that resemble miniature carnations. This short-lived perennial or biennial adds a touch of old-fashioned charm and a burst of color to borders, cottage gardens, or containers.
'Fiesta Time' is a compact cultivar of Hollyhock, known for its shorter stature and abundant blooms. The flowers are large and double, with fringed petals in a vibrant cerise-pink. They bloom from mid to late summer, adding a cheerful touch to the garden. The flowers are arranged all around the sturdy stems, creating a stunning vertical display. This hollyhock is a great choice for smaller gardens or containers, where its compact size will not overwhelm the space.
- Mature Size: 3 feet tall, 2 feet wide
- Flower Color: Cerise-pink
- Bloom Time: Mid to late summer
- Foliage: Medium green, lobed leaves
- Growth Habit: Upright, columnar
- Light Needs: Full sun (at least 6 hours daily)
- Soil Needs: Well-drained soil; tolerates various soil types
- Hardiness Zones: 3-9 (USDA)
- Special Features: Showy flowers, compact size, attracts pollinators, deer and rabbit resistant
Planting:
- Timing: Plant in spring or fall for best results. You can also direct sow seeds outdoors in spring or early summer.
- Location: Choose a sunny location with well-drained soil. Hollyhocks thrive in full sun and need at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day for optimal flowering.
- Soil Preparation: Amend the soil with compost or other organic matter to improve drainage and fertility.
- Spacing: Space plants 18-24 inches apart to allow for adequate air circulation and prevent diseases.
- Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as the nursery container or sow seeds ¼ inch deep.
- Watering: Water regularly after planting and during dry periods, especially for young plants.
Care:
- Watering: Once established, 'Fiesta Time' is relatively drought-tolerant. Water deeply during prolonged dry spells.
- Fertilizing: Fertilize in spring with a balanced fertilizer to promote healthy growth and flowering.
- Staking: Taller varieties may require staking to prevent them from flopping over, especially in windy locations.
- Deadheading: Remove spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming and prevent self-seeding, if desired.
- Pest and Disease Control: Hollyhocks can be susceptible to rust and powdery mildew. Ensure good air circulation by spacing plants properly and avoid overhead watering.
Uses in the Garden:
- Borders and Beds: Adds a vertical element and a burst of color to borders and beds.
- Cottage Gardens: Its old-fashioned charm makes it a perfect fit for cottage gardens.
- Containers: Can be grown in large containers, adding a dramatic focal point to patios and balconies.
- Cut Flowers: The flowers make excellent cut flowers for fresh arrangements.
- Background Plant: Its tall stature makes it a good background plant for shorter perennials.
Bring a festive touch to your garden with the vibrant and charming Alcea rosea 'Fiesta Time'!
Thirty (30) plants per flat (or tray). Approximate Plug Measurements: 3 inches deep x 2 inches wide.
Other Details
The most important part of the plant is its root system. Healthy roots are the foundation of a healthy, vibrant plant. The type of plug container used is based on the specific needs of the plants. Perennials offered as bare root traditionally perform better when planted as bare root.Planted in a specialized mix, potted plants have well established root systems. Top growth stage will vary depending on the current life cycle and time of year when shipped. In Winter and early Spring dormant plants may be shipped. Dormant plants may be planted right away, even before the last frost date.
Most bare root varieties are field grown for at least one season, though Hemerocallis and Hosta are grown for two seasons. The bulk of the soil is removed during the harvesting process and the tops of most varieties are trimmed back to the crown. They are graded, packed in shredded aspen or sphagnum moss and stored in freezers until ready to be shipped.
See our Container Sizes and Bare Root Perennials pages for more information.
Plant information and care is provided in the Overview section, Plant Genus Page and general information is provided in the Planting Care & Guides. Additional questions can be asked on each Plant page.
Plant Spacing: Using the maximum mature spread or width of a plant to guide spacing, ensures space to grow to full size. To fill an area sooner, plant them closer together. Just remember, future thinning or transplanting may be needed.
Water: Keep a close eye on newly planted perennials, especially throughout the first growing year. Most early plant loss is due to too much or too little water!
