Photo of Sphaeralcea grossulariifolia flower by Annie's Annuals & Perennials

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Sphaeralcea grossulariifolia

Also Known As

  • Sphaeralcea grossulariifolia subsp. pedata
  • Berry-leaf Globemallow
  • Currentleaf Globemallow
  • Falsemallows
  • Gooseberryleaf Globemallow

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 24"-36"
  • W: 18"-24"

planting zones

  • 3a-8b

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Sphaeralcea grossulariifolia plant details

Sphaeralcea grossulariifolia is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer red flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Grows well with sun and low water.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Sphaeralcea grossulariifolia

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: malvaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 24 IN - 36 IN - tall
Flowers: red blooms in fall, spring and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Sphaeralcea grossulariifolia

USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: low

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This lover of hot, dry, sunny spots hails from the gravelly, well drained slopes, valleys & foothills of AZ, CA, ID, NM, NV, OR, UT & WA. Peachy orange, mini-hollyhock shaped, five petal blooms with lemony yellow centers appear mid Spring through late Fall. Pretty greenish grey, deeply lobed leaves are covered in tiny white hairs (canescence) along with a tough taproot & vigorous root system mean this Globemallow is ultra drought tolerant.? Stems have a woody base. Makes a great addition to any native, succulent or rock garden.? To 2-3' tall & 2' wide.

By: Annie's Annuals & Perennials

Gardening facts about Sphaeralcea grossulariifolia plant

How to Grow Sphaeralcea grossulariifolia

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • low

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • red
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • fuzzy

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Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

9b-11

Size

Height: 3'-5'

Width: 2'-4'

  • sun
  • occasional - drought tolerant
  • dry in summer
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Plant Type

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Zones

9a-11

Size

Height: 4'

Width: 4'

  • sun
  • low
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Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

8a-11

Size

Height: 3'-6'

Width: 3'-6'

  • sun
  • occasional - drought tolerant
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Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

5a-9b

Size

Height: 2'

Width: 2'

  • sun
  • occasional - drought tolerant
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Zones

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Size

Height: 3'-4'

Width: 3'-4'

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