Alcea acaulis (Stemless Hollyhock)

10 (20)cm, Stemless Hollyhock is a rather odd Alcea member with a basal leaf rosette and short stalked, rich magenta to pale rose flowers. A rarely seen biannual to semiperennial species from open, rocky spots in the Middle East. Best grown in pots in a very well drained soil and full sun throughout the year and frostfree conditions at a minimum of some 5°C in winter. VII-VIII.
10 seeds per package.