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Sphaeralcea coccinea
Also Known As
- Malvastrum coccineum
- Prairie Mallow
- Red False Mallow
- Scarlet Globe Mallow
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 2'
- W: 2'
planting zones
- 5a-9b
Sphaeralcea coccinea plant details
Sphaeralcea coccinea is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer orange and red flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Sphaeralcea coccinea
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: malvaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 2 FT wide, 2 FT tall
- Flowers: orange and red blooms in fall and summer
- Uses: border plant, long-blooming
GROWING CONDITIONS for Sphaeralcea coccinea
- USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: occasional
- Resistant to: deer
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Of course this is one drought tolerant plant that loves the sun and produces a succession of deep red one inch flowers. 15" t x 24" w
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Gardening facts about Sphaeralcea coccinea plant
How to Grow Sphaeralcea coccinea
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- red
- orange
Wildlife
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- summer
- fall
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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