Hollyhock Chaters Double Triumph Mix

100 Seeds

Hollyhock 'Chater's Double Triumph Mix' is a spectacular biennial (sometimes grown as a short-lived perennial) that produces large, fully double flowers in a colorful mix of white, yellow, pink, rose, red, salmon, and maroon on tall flower spikes reaching 1.5–2.5 meters. It is perfect for cottage gardens, borders, fences, walls, and cut flowers, while attracting bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. In the Gulf region, it performs best during the cool season.

Best Planting Time

• September to January (recommended)
• Can also be sown in February in cooler Gulf areas.
• Avoid sowing during the hottest summer months.

Seed Preparation

• No soaking is required.
• Optional: Soak seeds in lukewarm water for 6–8 hours before sowing to improve germination.
• Use fresh, high-quality seeds.

Soil Preparation

Hollyhocks prefer fertile, deep, well-drained soil rich in organic matter.

Recommended mix:

• 40% Sandy garden soil
• 30% Well-rotted compost
• 20% Coco peat
• 10% Perlite

Ideal soil pH:

• 6.5–7.5

Sowing Method

• Sow seeds in seed trays or directly into prepared soil.
• Plant seeds 0.5–1 cm deep.
• Cover lightly with fine soil.
• Keep the soil evenly moist until germination.
• Transplant seedlings when they have 3–4 true leaves, taking care not to disturb the roots.

Temperature & Light

• Ideal germination temperature: 18–22°C
• Ideal growing temperature: 15–28°C
• Requires 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily.
• In the Gulf, light afternoon shade during warm spring weather helps extend flowering.

Watering

• Keep the soil lightly moist during germination.
• Once established, water deeply when the top 3–5 cm of soil becomes dry.
• Avoid waterlogging while maintaining consistent moisture during flowering.

Germination Time

• 10–21 days

Plant Spacing

• 45–60 cm between plants.
• 60–75 cm between rows.

Flowering

• Flowers usually appear 4–6 months after sowing under Gulf cool-season conditions.
• Remove faded flowers to encourage longer blooming, or leave some flowers to produce seeds.

Fertilization

• Mix compost into the soil before planting.
• Feed every 4–6 weeks with a balanced flowering fertilizer.
• During bud formation, apply a fertilizer slightly higher in potassium for abundant blooms.
• Avoid excessive nitrogen, which promotes leafy growth instead of flowers.

Gulf Climate Tips

• Grow during the cool season only.
• Water early in the morning.
• Apply mulch to keep roots cool and retain moisture.
• Support tall flower spikes with stakes if exposed to wind.
• Ensure good air circulation.
• Monitor for aphids, spider mites, hollyhock rust, powdery mildew, and root rot caused by excessive watering.
• 'Chater's Double Triumph Mix' performs beautifully in cottage gardens, borders, along fences and walls, large containers, and home landscapes throughout the Gulf.