Sidalcea virgata - Rose Sidalcea
| Description |
Rose sidalcea (rose checker-mallow) rhizomes bear dense tufts of dark-green, palmately lobed, fleshy leaves above which grows a flowering stalk 6-24 in. high. Pink to purple, hollyhock-like flowers line the stalk and open in the morning and twist closed at night. This plant reseeds readily. Blooms in Apr, May, Jun. Special value to native bees. |
| Plant Type | Perennial |
| Flower Color | Pink. |
| Bloom Period | April-June. |
| Height at Maturity | 18-24". |
| Plant Spacing | 2' |
| Light Requirements | Full sun. |
| Moisture Needs | Low |
| Soil Type |
Adaptable to various soils. |