{"product_id":"hollyhock-nigra-dark-maroon-black","title":"Hollyhock - Nigra, Dark Maroon\/Black","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is an open-pollinated, self-seeding short-term perennial (sometimes considered a biennial). These extra tall flower stalks display dark maroon flower petals that look nearly black. The beautiful dark maroon flower has a contrasting yellow center. You can expect ten or more blooms per stalk coming on throughout mid and late summer on these vigorous and spectacular performers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSeed Count: 485mg approx. 40-45 seeds\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHardiness Zone: Biennial or short-lived perennial in zones 2-9. Easily spreads by self-seeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDays to Maturity: 365 Days (2nd Year)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDays to Germination: 10-14\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSeeding Depth: 0.25 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant Spacing: 24-36 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRow Spacing: 30-48 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant Height: 60-96 inches (5-8 feet)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGrowth: Upright, tall flowering stalks, and large heart-shaped foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSoil Preference: Average, medium moisture, and well-drained soil. Adaptable to many pH levels and soil compositions, including chalky and sandy soils. Does not tolerate wet winter soils. Can tolerate some light shade.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFull sun - can be grown in ground, Raised Beds, and Containers\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDirect sow in the fall for spring germination, or start Indoors 10-12 weeks before last spring frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSeed Stratification: Not Recommended\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEdible: Yes, including the leaves, roots, flowers, and seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBloom Period: Mid to Late Summer\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLandscape Use: Focal point, Border, Background, and Cut Flower\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bear Mountain Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46450962464825,"sku":null,"price":2.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0819\/4182\/3545\/files\/Hollyhock_-_Nigra_Dark_MaroonBlack.webp?v=1788657095","url":"https:\/\/bearmountainseeds.com\/products\/hollyhock-nigra-dark-maroon-black","provider":"Bear Mountain Seeds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}