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Hollyhock, also known as "One Zhang Red", is a very charming flower.

Its flowers are rich in color, including red, pink, purple, white, and many other colors. The flower shape is large and gorgeous, with overlapping petals, like blooming clouds, extremely beautiful. The plants of hollyhock are tall, and some can even grow to more than two meters high, which is particularly eye-catching among the flowers.

The flowering period of hollyhock is relatively long, lasting from early summer to autumn, bringing people a long-term visual enjoyment. It not only has ornamental value but also has certain medicinal value.

Generally speaking, spring and autumn are good times to plant hollyhock. For spring, around March to April is quite good. At this time, the weather is gradually getting warmer, the soil begins to thaw, and the temperature and humidity are relatively suitable for the germination and growth of hollyhock seeds.

For autumn, it's also nice to plant in August to September. Because the intense heat of summer has passed at this time, the temperature gradually becomes mild, and the rainfall is still sufficient, which is beneficial for the growth of hollyhock.

However, the specific planting time depends on the local climate conditions. If spring comes early in the place where you live, it may be possible to plant in early March; if spring comes late, then wait a little, and it's not too late until mid-April.

Also, if you are in a relatively cold area, you may need to consider carefully when planting hollyhock in autumn, because it may not grow well before winter comes, which will affect its growth.

In addition, if you are planting hollyhock in a greenhouse, the time is relatively flexible. As long as you can control the conditions such as temperature, humidity, and light, you can plant it almost all year round.

Planting methods:

1. Land selection and soil preparation: Choose land with sufficient sunlight and good drainage. Before planting, deeply plow the land and apply sufficient base fertilizer to provide sufficient nutrients.
2. Sowing: You can use the methods of broadcasting or drilling. Evenly scatter the seeds on the soil surface, and then gently cover them with a thin layer of soil.
3. Watering: After sowing, water thoroughly to keep the soil moist but avoid waterlogging.

Precautions:

1. Light: Hollyhock likes sufficient sunlight and should be planted in a location with good light.
2. Fertilization: Fertilize regularly during the growth period to ensure the nutritional needs of the plants. But pay attention to the amount of fertilizer to avoid fertilizer damage caused by excessive fertilization.
3. Pruning: Prune the remaining flowers and dead branches in time to promote the opening of new flowers and the healthy growth of the plants.
4. Pest and disease control: Regularly inspect the plants and take corresponding control measures in time when pests and diseases are found.