Hollyhock Flower Colouring

Two tall Hollyhock stalks carry big saucer-shaped flowers and round buds above broad lobed leaves as a butterfly visits the cottage garden. Choose rose pink, red, purple, peach, yellow, white, or several related shades, then give the flower centres a warm contrasting colour. Colour the large leaves in layered greens, the fence in soft brown, and the butterfly with dots, stripes, or a simple two-colour design. Begin with the lowest open flower and travel up each stalk toward the buds, using long strokes from every centre to every rounded edge. Begin with the biggest spaces and use gentle pressure for pale colour, then press a little more firmly for bold details. Young artists can use one solid shade in each section, while older children can blend two related colours, add dots or stripes, and draw extra garden details in the open space. As you work, say the flower name—Hollyhock—and notice its special petals, leaves, buds, and centre.

◫ A4 size✎ Bold outlines♡ Ages 3–8

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Make it an activity

Choose a favourite colour palette
Add a simple background
Display the finished artwork

Grown-up note: Please supervise printing and choose age-appropriate art materials.