Hollyhock

Gorgeous blend of white and light & dark pink flowers that grow to over five feet tall on sturdy stalks. They have amazing detail in the petals and bloom from mid summer to late fall.

This cottage garden classic originated in China, but was imported to English gardens around the 15th century. Hollyhocks defy the simple definition of annual, biennial, and perennial depending on when, where, and how they are planted. Technically, this species is a short lived perennial. If started early enough indoors, it will flower the first year and can be treated as an annual. Planted later in spring, it will bloom in the second year as a traditional biennial. These can also be sown in the fall for a spring bloom. Just plant the seeds where you want and coverly lightly with dirt.