Hollyhocks (Alcea rosea ... often 6 to 8 feet—they acted like nature’s own partition, shielding outhouses from prying eyes. They also softened the look of these functional but plain structures ...

Just like any other flowering plant, the hollyhock plant also has its own set of pests, infections and diseases to deal with. The common pests that may favour hollyhock for a feast include ...

The sight of hundreds of cup-shaped hollyhocks blooming on a wall is a visual treat. But being aesthetically enchanting is just one of the many aspects of this tall and elegant flowering plant.