Alcea Spring Celebrities 'Lemon'
The Alcea Spring Celebrities™ 'Lemon' is a dwarf hollyhock, functioning as a biennial or short-lived perennial that provides interest from late spring through midsummer. It features sturdy spires bearing large, 3-inch, light-yellow double flowers, lending an old-world charm perfect for cut arrangements. This herbaceous plant maintains a compact habit with large, heart-shaped leaves, eliminating the need for staking. It attracts beneficial pollinators like bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. Ideal for borders, mass plantings, or containers, this variety self-seeds to return year after year.
$21.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
3114
/ 4677
#3114 in Landscaping & Garden Plants
Price vs Category Average
-21%
Below average
SKU
28898
Who it's for
- Reliable First-Year Flowering
- Compact and Sturdy Growth
- Distinctive Soft Yellow Hue
Who should skip it
- Susceptibility to Hollyhock Rust
- Short-Lived Perennial Nature
- Requires Consistent Deadheading
Key Specs
SKU
28898
Genus
Alcea
Species
rosea annua
Item Form
1-Quart
Mature Height
3 Feet
Mature Width
18 in
Hardiness Zones
6 - 8
Bloom Color
Light Yellow
Features
- Dwarf habit requires no staking
- Produces large, 3-inch double blooms
- Attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds
- Drought tolerant
- Deer, rabbit, and walnut resistant
- Suitable for containers
- Self-seeds for return blooms annually
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the exceptional quality and vibrant color of the 'Lemon' Alcea. Reviewers highlight the plant's robust health upon arrival and its reliable performance, often blooming in the first year with a stunning, true yellow hue. The ease of growth, even in varied climates, makes this a standout choice. While some note the initial size is small, the rapid establishment and impressive bloom display offer excellent garden value. This variety is celebrated for bringing dependable, cheerful color to the spring garden.
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