When to Plant Hollyhock Seeds in New Mexico

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Often hollyhock seeds are planted in the fall to allow the seeds a chance to develop a root system during the colder months. When other plants slow their growth and go into dormancy, hollyhock foliage remains green. When spring comes, your fall-planted seeds will speed up growing and bloom all summer.

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Living in Southern California, Shayne Ochoa has been writing professionally since 2005. Her articles have included topics on education, child development and gardening. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in liberal studies from California Baptist University in Riverside.

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