Question:  I would like advice about planting hollyhock seeds this fall in Ogunquit.  Answer: Lynne M. Holland, Horticulture and Social Media Professional Hollyhocks can bring on conflicting directions as they can be perennial or biennial. Old-fashioned varieties are biennial and produce a plant in year one and flower in year two then die.  This information from read more What are your recommendations for planting hollyhock seeds in the fall?