- Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
- Mature Height 5 - 6 Feet
- Mature Spread 5 - 6 Feet
- Growing Zones 3 - 9
- Use As A Thriller In Containers
Like its namesake red planet, Mars Magic Hollyhock (Alcea ‘Mars Magic’) thrills with bright red blooms on sturdy stalks. Rising to nearly 6 feet tall, the hollyhock is a tried-and-true backdrop in cottage gardens around the world. This variety lasts longer than most hollyhocks, so it can come back after winter for several years in zones 3 through 9.
With the height and deep red color of Mars Magic, you can use it in a variety of ways, cottage garden or not. Place one or two in the middle of a garden bed as a summer focal point, line up several in front of a building (maybe a cottage?) or fence, or use them to border a break in the landscape. No matter where you plant these beauties, they are sure to attract butterflies and hummingbirds to your yard. And you can always cut and dry the deep red blooms to enjoy indoors as well.
Mars Magic Hollyhock Care
Hollyhocks are easy-care, fast-growing flowers. They can grow in average or fertile soil, as long as it drains well. Give them full sun (at least 6 hours a day) for best growth and color. Because they grow quickly, they do not need much in the way of help or fertilization. Add some compost to the soil at planting or give them a balanced fertilizer each spring after they reappear. If placing Mars Magic Hollyhock in the open, especially in a windy spot, its stalks will benefit from staking. Otherwise, a fence or wall is all they need to grow upright, proud, and colorful.
In fall, cut your hollyhock back to about 6 inches above the ground and add a thick layer of straw or similar mulch around the plant’s root zone to help protect it in winter. Other than that, the plant needs only consistent watering, and can even tolerate brief periods of drought once it’s established.
Mars Magic Hollyhock Spacing
Mars Magic Hollyhock can spread to about 2 feet around, so plant a row or grouping at least 1½ feet apart to prevent overcrowding. Space further apart if desired to add color along a structure.
Mars Magic Hollyhock Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 3 - 9 |
| Plant Type: Perennials |
| Light Exposure: Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight) |
| Mature Height: 5 - 6 Feet |
| Mature Spread: 24 Inches |
| Spacing: 24 Inches |
| Habit: Upright |
| Flower Color(s): Red |
| Flower Description: Red Shades |
| Bloom Period: Mid-Summer |
| Foliage Type: Herbaceous |
| Foliage Color(s): Green |
| Foliage Description: Green shades |
| Seasonal Interest: Summer Flowering |
| Watering: Average |
| Resists: Pests & Insects |
| Tolerates: Drought |
| Attracts: Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
| Container Role: Thriller |
| Uses: Borders, Containers, Mass Planting, Specimen or Focal Point, Wildlife Gardens |
| Features: Attracts Pollinators, Cut Flowers, Low Maintenance |
| Brand: Proven Winners |
| Common Name: Mars Magic Hollyhock |
| Other Name(s): |
| Scientific Name: Alcea rosea |
- SKU:
- ALCMM
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
4.5" Pot
Also Known As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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Plant Addicts always guarantees your plant(s) will arrive happy & healthy. However, plant(s) are being shipped through the mail & sometimes accidents happen. If the plant is dead, has dried out roots or the incorrect item was shipped, just notify Plant Addicts within 3 days upon delivery. We may ask for pictures but will try to make it as easy as possible for you. Please note, plant(s) with damaged branches or wilted leaves will not qualify for this guarantee. Plants are very resilient and will rebound quickly when cared for correctly.
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We encourage all plant lovers to purchase the Plant Addicts Warranty, whether you're a new gardener or an expert. There are many variables outside of anyone's control that can cause a plant to die. Hungry animals, drought, poor soil conditions, over watering, diseases & pests are all good examples of what can cause plants to die. The Plant Addicts Warranty is a 1 year warranty protecting you from all of the unknowns and will replace your plant if something were to happen to it.
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Plant Shipping
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Winter to Early Spring
We ship only when it's warm enough to plant in your growing zone.
Sometimes plants aren't completely ready to sell and ship in early spring. We will wait until the plants are ready before shipping so you don't get a subpar product.
For Southern plants we will be able to ship much earlier than plants coming from our northern nursery.
Summer
If there is extreme heat we may delay shipping for a week or several weeks.
We review what areas the plants are traveling through as well as your location.
Fall into Winter
We’ll ship plants out all the way up to the end of the fall planting season!
Winter
Get your order in early to reserve your plants for Spring planting!
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Planter Shipping
Standard Colors: 2-3 business days
Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice
Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations