Sphaeralcea incana 'Kathy Echols'

Plant type

perennial

size

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

planting zones

8a-11

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Sphaeralcea incana 'Kathy Echols' plant details

Sphaeralcea incana 'Kathy Echols' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with blue and white foliage. In summer magenta and pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and butterflies 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. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Sphaeralcea incana 'Kathy Echols'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: malvaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen blue and white
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: magenta and pink blooms in summer
Uses: cutting garden, easy-to-grow, long-blooming, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Sphaeralcea incana 'Kathy Echols'

USDA Zones: 8a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer, heat
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

My favorite prolific bloomer in our dry garden! I love its dense upright 3’-2’ bushy habit, absolutely stunning silvery foliage, and wow, then there are these unusual flowers. Beloved Bay Area horticulturalist Kathy Echols somehow came across this beautiful variant with orchid pink flowers (instead of the usual dull orange) that are larger than normal- 1.25” across. and this marvelous DROUGHT TOLERANT North American native blooms from late Spring through Fall! What more do you need? Deer resistant? Yes! I cut ours back to 1’ tall in late Fall for perfect form next season. Well-drained soil is a must and a smidge of compost side-dress in spring is not a bad thing. Root hardy to 10 degrees F.