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Alcea rosea 'Chater's White', also known as hollyhock 'Chater's White', is an impressive biennial with large, double, snow-white flowers. This hollyhock from the classic 'Chater's' series combines height, grace, and a fresh, timeless color that will stand out in any garden.
With its sturdy stems and elegant white flowers, this hollyhock is a perfect eye-catcher along walls, fences, or at the back of a border. It brings tranquility, height, and classic charm to cottage gardens, natural borders, and city gardens.
The hollyhock (Alcea rosea) has a long history as an ornamental plant in European gardens. The 'Chater's' series, developed by the English nurseryman William Chater in the 19th century, is known for its double-flowered, profusely blooming varieties.
The 'Chater's White' variety stands out for its large, rose-like, snow-white flowers that appear from the bottom up the stems. This ensures the plant blooms for weeks, from June to September.
Not only beautiful to the eye, the flowers are also bee-friendly and attract nectar-producing insects such as bees, bumblebees and butterflies.
The Alcea rosea 'Chater's White' grows best in a sunny, sheltered spot with well-drained soil. A position against a wall or fence provides shelter from the wind and supports the tall stems.
Growing and care tips:
Sow: May – July, directly in the open ground or in pots.
Plant out: as soon as young plants are strong enough.
Flowering period: June – September (the year after sowing).
Height: 150 – 200 cm.
Planting distance: 40–50 cm.
Location: sunny, sheltered, well-drained.
Soil: nutritious, slightly moist but well-drained.
The hollyhock is biennial: in the first year it forms a rosette of leaves, and in the second year it blooms profusely. Let some flowers go to seed to produce new specimens each year.
To prevent rust (Puccinia malvacearum), a common fungus in hollyhocks, it is wise to space the plants out, remove affected leaves and water from below.
The snow-white color of 'Chater's White' provides a calm and elegant backdrop in the border. It combines beautifully with colorful flowers and soft pastel shades.
Beautiful combinations are for example:
Delphinium (larkspur) – for height and contrast.
Echinacea (coneflower) – for a summery colour palette.
Digitalis purpurea (foxglove) – for a romantic effect.
Lavandula (lavender) – for scent and texture.
Along walls or fences, the hollyhock forms a vertical eye-catcher that also comes into its own in small city gardens.
The Alcea rosea 'Chater's White' is a nectar plant that attracts bees, bumblebees, and butterflies. It contributes to a healthy, vibrant garden and stimulates biodiversity.
In terms of care, it is low-maintenance : remove dead flowers to prolong flowering, provide water during dry periods and allow some seeds to ripen for natural regrowth.
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Latin name | Alcea rosea 'Chater's White' |
| Dutch name | Hollyhock |
| Type | Biennial bloomer |
| Height | 150 – 200 cm |
| Flowering time | June – September |
| Flower color | Snow white, double filled |
| Location | Sunny, sheltered, well-drained soil |
| Bee-friendly | Yes |
| Usage | Borders, at the back of the garden, along walls or fences |
| Maintenance | Remove faded flowers, plant in an airy manner to prevent rust |
Alcea rosea 'Chater's White' is a timeless and elegant hollyhock with snow-white, double-flowered stems . Its height, graceful flowers, and classic charm make it ideal for cottage gardens, natural borders, and facade gardens .
With minimal care and maximum ornamental value, this hollyhock is a real summer star , making a statement in the garden every year and delighting bees, butterflies and gardeners.
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