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Alcea rosea 'Chater's Salmon Pink', better known as hollyhock 'Chater's Salmon Pink', is a graceful biennial that transforms any garden into a summer riot of color. With its large, double flowers in a soft salmon pink hue, this hollyhock exudes pure romance.
It's part of the famous 'Chater's' series, a selection of prolifically flowering hollyhocks with lush, rose-like blooms. The warm, pastel color of 'Salmon Pink' combines beautifully with other summer bloomers and brings a touch of elegance and nostalgia to any border or facade garden.
The hollyhock (Alcea rosea) has been a beloved plant in gardens around the world for centuries. In the 19th century, the English nurseryman William Chater developed a series of varieties with double, double flowers – of which 'Chater's Salmon Pink' is among the most beautiful.
The soft salmon-pink flowers have a subtle sheen and are reminiscent of old English roses. They appear from June to September along tall flower stems, which can reach a height of 150 to 200 cm. The blooms run from the bottom up, giving the plant a beautiful ornamental value for weeks.
This hollyhock attracts bees, bumblebees, and butterflies, making it not only a feast for the eyes but also an asset to a natural, bee-friendly garden.
The Alcea rosea 'Chater's Salmon Pink' loves sun, warmth, and shelter. It grows best in sunny, well-drained soil. A spot against a wall or fence is ideal: it's sheltered from the wind and can reach its full height.
Growing and care tips:
Sow: May – July, directly in the open ground or in pots.
Plant out: as soon as the plants are strong enough.
Flowering: June – September (the year after sowing).
Height: 150 – 200 cm.
Planting distance: approx. 40–50 cm.
Location: sunny, sheltered, well-drained.
The hollyhock is a biennial: it forms rosettes in its first year, blooms in its second year, and often dies back afterward. Therefore, allow some flowers to go to seed so you can enjoy them year after year.
To prevent rust (Puccinia malvacearum) – a common fungus in hollyhocks – it is wise to space the plants out, do not spray them from above and remove affected leaves.
The 'Chater's Salmon Pink' hollyhock is perfect for cottage gardens, natural borders, and facade gardens. Its soft salmon-pink color combines beautifully with blue, purple, or white flowering plants.
Beautiful combinations are for example:
Delphinium (larkspur) – for height and contrast.
Lavandula (lavender) – for scent and texture.
Digitalis purpurea (foxglove) – for natural harmony.
Echinacea (coneflower) – for a playful play of colours.
Even in narrow city gardens or sidewalk ditches, the hollyhock does surprisingly well, as long as it gets enough sun and drainage.
The Alcea rosea 'Chater's Salmon Pink' is a true nectar plant . Its large, semi-open flowers attract bees, bumblebees, and butterflies , thus contributing to biodiversity in the garden.
She requires little maintenance – a sunny position, some water during dry periods, and occasionally removing dead flowers is enough for profuse flowering.
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Latin name | Alcea rosea 'Chater's Salmon Pink' |
| Dutch name | Hollyhock |
| Type | Biennial bloomer |
| Height | 150 – 200 cm |
| Flowering time | June – September |
| Flower color | Salmon pink, double filled |
| Location | Sunny, sheltered, well-drained soil |
| Bee-friendly | Yes |
| Usage | Borders, along walls and fences, facade garden |
| Maintenance | Remove faded flowers, plant in an airy manner to prevent rust |
The Alcea rosea 'Chater's Salmon Pink' is a timeless and elegant hollyhock that adds a romantic touch to any garden with its soft salmon-pink flowers. This impressive biennial uniquely combines height, color, and natural charm.
Whether you have a classic cottage garden , a natural border or a narrow city garden – this hollyhock is guaranteed to bring summer allure, bee life and a touch of English nostalgia to your garden.
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