Blackberry Ripple Hollyhock

Distinct bicolor blooms in deep purple swirls, cottage garden favorite

Botanical Name- Alcea Blackberry Ripple

Pronunciation- AL-see-uh

Foliage- Deciduous

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Mature Height-

Sun Exposure- Full Sun

Soil Preferences- Average, well drained

Current Size- 1 qt

Bloom Color- Purple / white

Bloom Time- Early Summer

Companion Plants- Malva moschata (cottage-garden pairing)

Fauna Attracted- Bees, butterflies (swallowtails, painted ladies), hummingbirds occasionally

Plant Habit- Perennial

Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - PP47B

Yearly Care Instructions- Remove spent flower stalks to encourage more blooms; fertilize lightly in spring and stake tall varieties.

Trimming Instructions- Deadhead to prolong flowering. Cut down to the ground in late fall.

Fertilization Instructions- Use a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) once in early spring; moderate feeding need. Adding compost in clay soil helps drainage and provides additional nutrients.

Fertilizer Recommendation- Flower-tone

Possible Issues- Hollyhock rust, Japanese beetles