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b503
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HOLLYHOCK - Althaea rosea
b503 (Althaea rosea)
Transient plant with mallow-type flowers in various shades of red. Up to 2 metres in height. Particularly attractive in front of buildings and walls.
Lifespan: herbaceous perennial
Comment: needs to be started indoors, good for pollinators
Positive for pollinators: Yes
Seed spacing between the row: 50 cm
Seed spacing in the row: 50 cm
Sowing depth: 1 cm
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Explanations
Bee-friendly: This plant has a good nectar or pollen supply, which is especially good for honey and wild bees, as well as other pollinating insects. There are 500 different kinds of wild bees alone. Some crops are best approached by specialists, others by generalists.