Water
Water moderately, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot. In hot, dry weather, increase frequency.
Avoid overwatering, especially during cooler periods or if the plant is dormant.
Stemless Hollyhock (Alcea acaulis) is a low-growing perennial with large, colorful flowers directly emerging from the ground, creating a unique groundcover.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Prefers at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily for best flowering.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry between waterings, ensure good drainage.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers average room temperatures, avoid extreme heat or cold.
Low
25% intensity
Fertilize sparingly in spring with a balanced liquid feed.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water moderately, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot. In hot, dry weather, increase frequency.
Avoid overwatering, especially during cooler periods or if the plant is dormant.
Deadhead spent flowers to encourage further blooming and prevent self-seeding. In late autumn or early spring, trim back any dead or damaged foliage to promote healthy new growth.
This also helps maintain a tidy appearance.
Propagate by seeds sown in autumn or early spring, or by basal cuttings taken in late spring. Division of established clumps is also possible in early spring. Ensure propagation is done in well-draining soil.
Repot young plants annually or when root-bound, typically in early spring before active growth begins. Mature plants may not require frequent repotting. Use a good quality potting mix with excellent drainage.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Stemless Hollyhock (Alcea acaulis)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Malvales |
| Family | Malvaceae |
| Genus | Alcea |
| Species | Alcea acaulis |
Similar in genus Alcea
Answers based on plant encyclopedia data
