False Mallow. A subshrubby perennial with mid-green leaves. Saucer-shaped reddish orange to pinkish violet flowers from early summer to mid-autumn. Max Height 1.2m. Max Spread 45cm. Flowers June to October. Full sun. Frost hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Sphaeralcea fendleri
A subshrubby perennial with mid-green leaves. Saucer-shaped reddish orange to pinkish violet flowers from early summer to mid-autumn.
Category: Perennials
Additional information
Generic | Sphaeralcea |
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Species | fendleri |
Varietry | |
Common Name | False Mallow |
Flower Colour | orange, pink, violet |
Soil | Gritty |
Aspect | Full sun |
Foliage | Semi-evergreen |
Height | 1.2m |
Family | Malvaceae |
Spread | 45cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Upright |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | June, October |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Well drained |
Protection | Protect from winter wet |
Hardiness | Frost hardy |
Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
Care | Keep moist in first year |
Border | Border |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | |
Maintenance | |
Propagation |
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