Pruning Hollyhocks - Knowledgebase Question

Mckinney, TX
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Question by dogma222
April 25, 2001
When and how do I prune a hollyhock for best results, or would it be best just to use a stake? It seems to be leaning and out of shape.


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Answer from NGA
April 25, 2001
Hollyhocks can be cut back to the ground after their flowering stalk is dead, but otherwise I wouldn't recommend pruning them. Because of their height, they do tend to lean, so you can try staking it, especially if it's in a windy location.

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