A Dwarf, Frilly Double Hollyhock in Vibrant Cerise

Fiesta Time Hollyhock (Alcea rosea 'Fiesta Time') is a party in a plant, packing fully double, pom-pom blooms of vivid cerise-pink trimmed with frilly white edges onto a compact, dwarf frame. It flowers in its first season and stays short and self-supporting, bringing playful cottage-garden color to small beds, borders, and large containers. A favorite of hummingbirds and bees, it's a cheerful choice for sunny Eden Prairie, Plymouth, and Eagan gardens.

Landscape Uses

Use Fiesta Time in cottage gardens, sunny borders, large containers, and pollinator and hummingbird gardens. Its dwarf, sturdy habit makes it ideal where standard hollyhocks would be too tall, and it often reseeds to return.

Best Time to Plant

Plant in spring for blooms the same season. Hollyhocks prefer a sunny, sheltered spot out of strong wind.

How to Plant

Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and just as deep. Set the crown level with the soil, backfill with compost-enriched soil, water thoroughly, and mulch 2–3 inches deep.

Watering

First Year: Water deeply 2–3 times per week to establish the roots.
After Year One: Water regularly during dry spells; hollyhocks prefer steady moisture.
Drip Irrigation: A drip line keeps the root zone moist while keeping foliage dry, which helps reduce rust.

Frequently Asked Questions

How big does Fiesta Time get?
It's a dwarf at 2–3 feet, much shorter than traditional hollyhocks, and blooms its first year.

Does it need staking?
Usually not; its compact height makes it sturdy and self-supporting.

Is it hardy in Minnesota?
Yes, hardy to Zone 3; it's a short-lived perennial that often reseeds to persist.

Does it attract pollinators?
Yes, hummingbirds and bees love the blooms.

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