Sphaeralcea 'Childerley'
Also Known As
- Childerly Mallow
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 2'-3'
- W: 2'-3'
planting zones
- 8a-10b
Sphaeralcea 'Childerley' plant details
Sphaeralcea 'Childerley' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with blue and green foliage. In fall and summer apricot and orange flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Sphaeralcea 'Childerley'
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: malvaceae
- Foliage: deciduous blue and green
- Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
- Flowers: apricot and orange blooms in fall and summer
- Uses: long-blooming, rock garden, xeric
GROWING CONDITIONS for Sphaeralcea 'Childerley'
- USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: deer
- Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Peachy-orange blossoms from July through frost earn this mallow relative a place in the sunny, xeriscape garden. 2' T X 3' W.
Gardening facts about Sphaeralcea 'Childerley' plant
How to Grow Sphaeralcea 'Childerley'
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Features
Foliage Color
- green
- blue
Flower Color
- orange
- apricot
Wildlife
- bees
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- fall
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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