This early blooming perennial is an old-fashioned single black hollyhock that looks most impressive in the garden. With an abundance of stunning huge 8 to 10cm dark maroon blooms atop 1.8 to 2 m stems, this heirloom hollyhock is a real eye-catcher. Blooms throughout the summer into early autumn. This reliable perennial is very vigorous and hardy and will flourish in full sun and rich soil.