Alcea rosea 'Chaters Double Mix'

Double Mix Hollyhock

Alcea rosea ‘Chater’s Double Mix’ is a classic cottage-garden hollyhock known for its large, fully double flowers and tall, dramatic flower spikes. This traditional mix delivers a rich blend of colors and timeless charm, making it a favorite for vertical interest in summer landscapes.

Key Characteristics and Benefits


Flowers & Color: Large, ruffled double blooms in a mix of pink, red, yellow, white, maroon, and lavender.



Bloom Time: Early to mid-summer, with bloom length influenced by growing conditions.



Growth Habit: Tall, upright biennial or short-lived perennial with strong vertical presence.



Garden Style: Ideal for cottage, heirloom, and traditional gardens.



Size: Typically reaches 5–8 ft tall with a 18–24 in spread.



Care and Requirements


Hardiness: USDA Zones 3–8



Light: Full sun



Soil: Prefers well-drained, moderately fertile soil



Water: Moderate; drought tolerant once established



Maintenance: Low; staking may be needed in windy sites, remove spent stalks after flowering



Tolerance: Heat tolerant; attracts pollinators



Note: Susceptible to rust in humid conditions—provide good air circulation



Summary:
‘Chater’s Double Mix’ Hollyhock is an excellent choice for back-of-the-border plantings, along fences or walls, and cottage gardens, offering dramatic height and lush, old-fashioned summer color.

Plant type

Perennial

Height

6'

Width

18"

Hardiness zones

2–9

Sunlight

Full Sun

Growth rate

Fast

Bloom time

Early Summer, Late Spring, Summer

Flower color

Pink, Red, White, Yellow

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Green

Attracts

Butterflies, Hummingbirds

Soil

Loamy

Shape

Broad Upright

Fragrant

Yes

Salt tolerant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No