Alcea nigra ‘Arabian Nights’ (Hollyhock)

Deep maroon, almost black single flowers. Height 5-7′.

Deep maroon, almost black single flowers. Height 5-7'.

Alcea attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds. Prefers average, medium moisture well drained soil. Tolerates a wide range of soils. Intolerant of winter wet soils. Since it's a short lived plant, allow to self seed in the garden. Rabbit resistant.

  • Plant Patent: n/a
  • Container Size: 
  • USDA Zone: 3-9
  • Height: 60-72"
  • Spread: 12-24”
  • Sun Exposure: full sun
  • Soil Moisture: average
  • Bloom Time: summer
  • Bloom Color: black/dark purple
  • Foliage Color: green
  • US Native: no
  • Wildlife Benefit: butterflies, hummingbird
  • Notes: rabbit tolerant
  • Photo Credit: Jelitto