Alcea sulphurea

Alcea sulphurea

Native to:
Iran | Iraq

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Malvaceae
Genus:
Alcea
Species:
Alcea sulphurea

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
200 cm
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Months:
jun,jul,aug,sep
Bloom Colors:
pale yellow, cream

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, butterflies
Deer Resistant:
Yes

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
None required
Germination Time:
10–21 days
Notes:
Seeds germinate readily at warm temperatures (18-24°C). Light is not required for germination.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI

ORGHPS Germination Guide: Sow @ 20C. If no germination in 3 months, try 4C 1-2 months, then 20C again. Requires darkness.

Source: Ontario Rock Garden & Hardy Plant Society