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    Malvaviscus arboreus var. drummondii [white-flowered]

    Also Known As

    • Malvaviscus arboreus var. drummondii 'Alba'
    • WHITE TURKS CAP

    Plant type

    perennial

    size

    • H: 3'-9'
    • W: 2'-8'

    planting zones

    • 8b-11

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    Malvaviscus arboreus var. drummondii [white-flowered] plant details

    Malvaviscus arboreus var. drummondii [white-flowered] is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer white flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts bees, beneficial insects, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Malvaviscus arboreus var. drummondii [white-flowered]

    Plant type: perennial
    Plant family: malvaceae
    Foliage: semi-evergreen green
    Mature size: 2 FT - 8 FT - wide, 3 FT - 9 FT - tall
    Flowers: white blooms in fall, spring and summer
    Uses: container plant, houseplant, long-blooming

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Malvaviscus arboreus var. drummondii [white-flowered]

    USDA Zones: 8b - 11
    Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
    Watering frequency: regular
    Resistant to: heat and humidity
    Soil needs: average and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    TURKS CAP WHITE - A perennial, hardy in zones 7b-10. White "Turk's Cap" like blossoms against dark green maple shaped velvety foliage. Leaves are up to 5" across. Blooms from May to November. Likes morning sun, light shade in afternoon. A great source of food for hummingbirds and butterflies. The flowers are heavy laden with sweet nectar. Grows up to 3-4' tall.

    By: Accents for Home and Garden

    Gardening facts about Malvaviscus arboreus var. drummondii [white-flowered] plant

    How to Grow Malvaviscus arboreus var. drummondii [white-flowered]

    • Sun Exposure

      • mostly sun - mostly shade

    • Water Needs

      • regular

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant
      • humidity tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • white

    • Wildlife

      • beneficial insects
      • bees
      • butterflies
      • hummingbirds

    • Flower Season

      • spring
      • summer
      • fall

    • Foliage Season

      • semi-evergreen

    • Texture

      • fuzzy

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