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Apricot Mallow

Sphaeralcea Ambigua

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Overview

Apricot Mallow (Sphaeralcea ambigua) is a perennial shrub, flourishing in arid zones with a height/width of 3 ft. Displaying cup-shaped, apricot-orange blooms, this plant adds a warm palette from late winter to fall. Its grey-green foliage is drought-tolerant and attracts pollinators, making it perfect for xeriscapes. Requires well-draining soil and full sun exposure. Space 2-3 ft apart to accommodate mature size. USDA Zones 6-10.

Sun FullWater LowZones 7–11Type ShrubClimate Arid, Mediterranean, Subtropical

Apricot Mallow (Sphaeralcea Ambigua) — which enables it to fit snugly within mixed borders or serve as an eye-catching focal point, image 95

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Low
USDA zones: 7–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type: Shrub
Family: Malvaceae
Climate: Arid, Mediterranean, Subtropical

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Apricot Mallow (Sphaeralcea Ambigua) — The blooms are a veritable magnet for bees; flourishing in arid zones with a height/width of 3 ft, image 74

Apricot Mallow (Sphaeralcea Ambigua) — Displaying cup-shaped, apricot-orange blooms, this plant adds a warm palette from late winter to fall; it, image 84

Apricot Mallow (Sphaeralcea Ambigua) — flourishing in arid zones with a height/width of 3 ft; drought-tolerant landscapes.<br><br>This resilient plant

Apricot Mallow (Sphaeralcea Ambigua) — Its grey-green foliage is drought-tolerant and attracts pollinators, making it perfect for xeriscapes

Apricot Mallow (Sphaeralcea Ambigua) — Apricot Mallow (Sphaeralcea ambigua) is a perennial shrub; its grey-green foliage is drought-tolerant and, image 82

Apricot Mallow (Sphaeralcea Ambigua) — As the plant matures and spreads

Apricot Mallow (Sphaeralcea Ambigua) — The blooms are a veritable magnet for bees; flourishing in arid zones with a height/width of 3 ft

Apricot Mallow (Sphaeralcea Ambigua) — ensuring ongoing vibrancy in your garden's composition; displaying cup-shaped, apricot-orange blooms, this, image 78

Apricot Mallow (Sphaeralcea Ambigua) — Its grey-green foliage is drought-tolerant and attracts pollinators, making it perfect for xeriscapes, image 85

Apricot Mallow (Sphaeralcea Ambigua) — it flourishes under full sun exposure and is an excellent choice for adding a splash of color to arid; with a similar

Apricot Mallow (Sphaeralcea Ambigua) — is an enchanting perennial native to the desert and chaparral regions of the Southwestern United States; shrub with

Apricot Mallow (Sphaeralcea Ambigua) — it can be propagated through division, image 77

Apricot Mallow (Sphaeralcea Ambigua) — orange flowers in the garden; it flourishes under full sun exposure and is an excellent choice for adding a, image 79

Apricot Mallow (Sphaeralcea Ambigua) — orange flowers in the garden

Apricot Mallow (Sphaeralcea Ambigua) — it boasts impressive drought tolerance; apricot Mallow (Sphaeralcea ambigua) is a perennial shrub

Apricot Mallow (Sphaeralcea Ambigua) — it flourishes under full sun exposure and is an excellent choice for adding a splash of color to arid; with, image 64

Apricot Mallow (Sphaeralcea Ambigua) — ensuring ongoing vibrancy in your garden's composition; displaying cup-shaped, apricot-orange blooms, this plant adds a

Apricot Mallow (Sphaeralcea Ambigua) — with a similar spread of 2 to 3 feet; scientifically known as Sphaeralcea ambigua

Apricot Mallow (Sphaeralcea Ambigua) — it boasts impressive drought tolerance; apricot Mallow (Sphaeralcea ambigua) is a perennial shrub, image 70

Apricot Mallow (Sphaeralcea Ambigua) — thereby injecting life and movement into the garden while fostering local biodiversity

Apricot Mallow (Sphaeralcea Ambigua) — As the plant matures and spreads; it boasts impressive drought tolerance, image 103

Apricot Mallow (Sphaeralcea Ambigua) — is an enchanting perennial native to the desert and chaparral regions of the Southwestern United States

Apricot Mallow (Sphaeralcea Ambigua) — Revered for its vibrant apricot-orange blooms; space 2-3 ft apart to accommodate mature size, image 63

Apricot Mallow (Sphaeralcea Ambigua) — making it a low-maintenance option for gardeners contending with water restrictions

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