Sphaeralcea ambigua var. rosacea

Sphaeralcea ambigua var. rosacea var. rosacea

var. rosacea

Sphaeralcea

Malvaceae

Flowering Plants

Zone 6–10

🐾 Pet-Safe

🌱 Beginner Friendly

The rosy desert mallow is a tough, low-maintenance perennial native to the Sonoran Desert region that produces beautiful rose-pink flowers with minimal care. Provide well-draining soil and full sun for best flowering, and water infrequently to mimic its natural arid habitat. This plant is an excellent choice for water-wise gardens and attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.

Care Requirements

Care Level

Low

Sun

Partial Shade

Water

Moderate

Growth Rate

Fast

Mature Height

24″ – 48″

Soil

sandy loam

Life Cycle

Perennial

Spacing

36″

Watering Schedule

Every 10-14 Days Once Established • Deep Water Until Soil Is Moist, Then Allow To Dry Completely Between Waterings

Soil pH

7.5 – 8.5

Temperature

-5° – 105°F

Mature Spread

up to 36″

Root Depth

Deep

Foliage

Medium

Ecology & Origin

Native to

Arizona

California

Mexico Northwest

Nevada

Attracts

🐝 Bees

🐝 Butterflies

🐝 Hummingbirds

Safety & Use

⚕ Medicinal

🐾 Pet-safe

Sources

Data: trefle, usda

Hardiness Zones

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