Sphaeralcea ambigua |
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Apricot Mallow |
Description
This native perennial has a relaxed sprawling form. It usually has light orange flowers but can be white, pink or purple. It starts to look rangy after flowering, so cut to 6" above ground for a fresh start. Leaves are small, grayish green, and 3 lobed.This extremely drought and soil tolerant shrub does best in full sun, even in reflected heat. This is the most drought tolerant of Sphaeralceas and the largest, with up to 100 stems from a single root. Some folks have allergic reaction to the leaves.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Design Styles
Desert, Englishcottage, Meadow, Ranch, Spanish
Accenting Features
Showyflower, Unusualfoliage
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Bank, Bedding, Perennial Border, Foundation, Parkingstrip, Patio, Parkinglot, Raisedplanter, Walkways, Withrocks
Special Uses
Erosioncontrol, Filler, Massplanting, Naturalizing, Smallspaces
Attracts Wildlife
Hummingbirds
Water Saving Tip:
Plant shrubs and trees in groupings according to similarity of water requirements; then water each "hydrozone" according to its needs.
