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Sphaeralcea ambigua var. rosacea
Also Known As
- Rose Desert Mallow,
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 4'
- W: 4'
planting zones
- 9a-11
Sphaeralcea ambigua var. rosacea plant details
Sphaeralcea ambigua var. rosacea is a broadleaf semi-evergreen shrub with blue foliage. In summer lavender flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and low water. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Sphaeralcea ambigua var. rosacea
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: malvaceae
- Foliage: semi-evergreen blue
- Mature size: 0 - 4 FT - wide, 0 - 4 FT - tall
- Flowers: lavender blooms in summer
- Uses: rock garden, xeric
GROWING CONDITIONS for Sphaeralcea ambigua var. rosacea
- USDA Zones: 9a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: low
- Resistant to: heat
- Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained
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By: Stan Shebs
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How to Grow Sphaeralcea ambigua var. rosacea
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- low
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- blue
Flower Color
- lavender
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- semi-evergreen
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 2'-4'
- sun
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Size
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Zones
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