Sphaeralcea ambigua

 
Latin Name: Sphaeralcea ambigua
Common Name: Desert globemallow
Mature Height (ft): 18-30"
Mature Width: 12-18"

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Upright.
Mulch: Inorganic.

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Remarks

Desert globemallow is one of those native plants that keeps on giving, asking so little in return and is a worthy addition to any native or xeric garden. Typically, desert globemallow sports pretty pink flowers. though some plants will bloom white, coral or lavender. Whatever color, they are worth the addition to your sunny and dry landscape for their pleasant cheery nature. Similar to appearane to S. coccinea, a coral blooming species.

Use in Garden

Handsome in a Western cottage garden, cactus, xeric or native plant garden pairs well wherever you'd like a bit of full season color.

Maintenance

Grows in most native soils, once a month watering is beneficial to keep it blooming. At winter's end, remove dried stems before new year's growth begins.