White Globe Mallow

Sphaeralcea Ambigua 'White'

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Overview

The White Globe Mallow (Sphaeralcea ambigua 'White') presents an elegant choice for xeriscapes, showcasing velvety, lobed leaves beneath a profusion of dainty white blooms. This perennial thrives in full sun, reaches 3 feet in height and spreads up to 2 feet, requiring minimal watering post-establishment. It's cold hardy to USDA Zone 6, adding a resilient, low-maintenance, and pollinator-friendly option to any arid garden design.

Sun FullWater Low, Very LowZones 7–11Climate Arid, Mediterranean, Subtropical

White Globe Mallow (Sphaeralcea Ambigua 'White') — The White Globe Mallow (Sphaeralcea ambigua 'White') presents an elegant choice for xeriscapes

White Globe Mallow (Sphaeralcea Ambigua 'White') — lobed leaves beneath a profusion of dainty white blooms

White Globe Mallow (Sphaeralcea Ambigua 'White') — This perennial thrives in full sun

White Globe Mallow (Sphaeralcea Ambigua 'White') — reaches 3 feet in height and spreads up to 2 feet

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Low, Very Low
USDA zones: 7–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Malvaceae
Climate: Arid, Mediterranean, Subtropical

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White Globe Mallow (Sphaeralcea Ambigua 'White') — The White Globe Mallow (Sphaeralcea ambigua 'White') presents an elegant choice for xeriscapes

White Globe Mallow (Sphaeralcea Ambigua 'White') — lobed leaves beneath a profusion of dainty white blooms

White Globe Mallow (Sphaeralcea Ambigua 'White') — This perennial thrives in full sun

White Globe Mallow (Sphaeralcea Ambigua 'White') — reaches 3 feet in height and spreads up to 2 feet

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