Sidalcea virgata

Also Known As

Sidalcea malviflora ssp. virgata
Rose Checker Mallow

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 2'-3'
W: 1'-2'

planting zones

5b-10b

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Sidalcea virgata plant details

Sidalcea virgata is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees and beneficial insects making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, clay, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Sidalcea virgata

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: malvaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring and summer
Uses: cutting garden, easy-to-grow, self-sowing

GROWING CONDITIONS for Sidalcea virgata

USDA Zones: 5b - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average, clay, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Sidalcea malviflora ssp. virgata, also known as wild hollyhock, hails from Oregon. Drought tolerant once established, this species produces waves of hot pink flowers on erect unbranched stems up to 16 inches tall from late spring to midsummer. Though drought tolerant, regular watering encourages successive flushes of bloom. Soil needs to dry out between watering. Cut back after flowering to encourage another flush. Beloved by both butterflies and bees.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

Checker Mallow native to the Pacific Northwest with vivid pink blooms that resemble dwarf hollyhock late spring into summer on 18-20” stems. Sun, most soils, including clay, water when dry, drought tolerant. Good pollinator plant and nice cut flower. Long lived perennial where happy.