• Hollyhock nigra dark almost black ruffled petals against a green garden background.
  • Hollyhock nigra deep dark blooms with rich black petals against green foliage.
  • Hollyhock nigra black crinkled petals with dark centers in full bloom.
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Hollyhock Seeds - Nigra

Perennial variety of rich, mahogany blooms grows up to five feet tall

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Key Features

Frost Tolerant
Heat Tolerant
Prefers Moist Soil
Prefers Lean Soil
Clay Soil Tolerant
Attracts Bees
Attracts Butterflies
Attracts Hummingbirds
Easy to Grow
Perfect for Cut Flowers
Perfect for Borders
Perfect for Dried Flowers
Medicinal
Edible
Deer Resistant

Plant Details

BOTANICAL NAME

Alcea rosea

LIFE CYCLE

  • Biennial

SEED TYPE

  • Heirloom Seed
  • Open Pollinated Seed

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun

BLOOM SEASON

  • Summer through Fall

GROWTH HABIT

  • Upright

PLANT HEIGHT

  • Up to 60 inches

COLOR

  • Black

A true classic, Hollyhock Nigra was present in the famous gardens at Monticello! Rich in history, this uniquely colored variety has been a favorite of gardeners and botanists for nearly four hundred years! Its large, single blooms are the deepest shade of chocolate-red, nearly black. If the history of this beautiful cultivar isn't enough for you, we're sure the unique color will be!

  • • Stunning, bold color on tall stems
  • • Spring blooming; deep red, nearly black flowers
  • • Prefers full sun exposure

Planting Information

PLANTING SEASON

  • Fall
  • Spring

SOWING METHOD

  • Direct Sow

PLANTING DEPTH

  • 1/4 inch

WATER NEEDS

  • Average

PLANT SPACING

  • 18 to 36 inches

HARDINESS ZONES

  • N/A - Annual

SEED PREP

  • Requires Light

COVERAGE

Amount Avg Seed Count Recommended Coverage
Packet 53 Up to 80 Sq. Ft
1 Ounce 2,000 Up to 625 Sq. Ft

Planting Guide

View our Hollyhock Planting Guide to learn more.

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    Hollyhock Seeds - Nigra FAQs

    Is Nigra Hollyhock resistant to animals or disease?

    Nigra Hollyhock is deer resistant, meaning deer generally avoid it due to its taste, texture, or aroma.

    Customer Reviews

    Overall rating: 4.0 / 5 from 2 reviews.

    These are germinating but will they bloom the first year?

    Jane 3/5

    Hollyhock Seeds - Nigra

    Store owner replied: Hello Jane. Thanks so much for your review! We're always looking for ways to improve our products and service and this is a great question. This hollyhock seed is typically a biennial, meaning it usually flowers in its second year, after establishing strong foliage growth in the first season. However, with an early start indoors (8–10 weeks before the last frost) or if planted in early spring in warm climates, some hollyhocks may bloom in the first year. It is not guaranteed, but it can happen with the right conditions. For most people, blooms will come in the second year. If you ever have any other concerns or questions, feel free to reach out to us and we'll be happy to do all we can to assist. Thanks again for your review and best wishes for your growing season!

    From the order to delivery, Eden Brothers customer service is the absolute best. Can't wait to see the Hollyhocks next spring!

    Laura K. 5/5 Verified

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