Munro's Globe Mallow

Sphaeralcea Munroana

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Overview

Munro's Globe Mallow (Sphaeralcea munroana) is a hardy perennial, reaching 1-3 ft in height with an equal spread. Known for its dazzling orange-red flowers, this drought-tolerant native thrives in USDA zones 4-8. Its velvety foliage adds texture, while summer blooming attracts pollinators. Plant in full sun with well-draining soil for a low-maintenance, vibrant display. Space 2-3 ft apart in borders or xeric gardens.

Sun Full, HalfWater LowZones 6–11Climate Mediterranean

Munro's Globe Mallow (Sphaeralcea Munroana) — Munro's Globe Mallow (Sphaeralcea munroana) is a hardy perennial

Munro's Globe Mallow (Sphaeralcea Munroana) — reaching 1-3 ft in height with an equal spread

Munro's Globe Mallow (Sphaeralcea Munroana) — Its velvety foliage adds texture, while summer blooming attracts pollinators

Munro's Globe Mallow (Sphaeralcea Munroana) — Known for its dazzling orange-red flowers, this drought-tolerant native thrives in USDA zones 4-8

Munro's Globe Mallow (Sphaeralcea Munroana) — Space 2-3 ft apart in borders or xeric gardens

Munro's Globe Mallow (Sphaeralcea Munroana) — Plant in full sun with well-draining soil for a low-maintenance, vibrant display

Munro's Globe Mallow (Sphaeralcea Munroana) — this hardy mallow thrives in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 8

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Low
USDA zones: 6–11

Shape & size

Mature height: 3–4 Ft.

Classification

Family: Malvaceae
Climate: Mediterranean

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Munro's Globe Mallow (Sphaeralcea Munroana) — Munro's Globe Mallow (Sphaeralcea munroana) is a hardy perennial

Munro's Globe Mallow (Sphaeralcea Munroana) — reaching 1-3 ft in height with an equal spread

Munro's Globe Mallow (Sphaeralcea Munroana) — Its velvety foliage adds texture, while summer blooming attracts pollinators

Munro's Globe Mallow (Sphaeralcea Munroana) — Known for its dazzling orange-red flowers, this drought-tolerant native thrives in USDA zones 4-8

Munro's Globe Mallow (Sphaeralcea Munroana) — Space 2-3 ft apart in borders or xeric gardens

Munro's Globe Mallow (Sphaeralcea Munroana) — Plant in full sun with well-draining soil for a low-maintenance, vibrant display

Munro's Globe Mallow (Sphaeralcea Munroana) — this hardy mallow thrives in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 8

Munro's Globe Mallow (Sphaeralcea Munroana) — Originating from the Western United States

Munro's Globe Mallow (Sphaeralcea Munroana) — a suitable size for both accent and mass plantings

Munro's Globe Mallow (Sphaeralcea Munroana) — and it is particularly well-suited to gardens with challenging

Munro's Globe Mallow (Sphaeralcea Munroana) — Its intricate foliage is a silvery-green hue, featuring small, lobed leaves that provide a delicate texture

Munro's Globe Mallow (Sphaeralcea Munroana) — it produces showy flowers typically in shades of orange

Munro's Globe Mallow (Sphaeralcea Munroana) — but can vary to include pinks and purples

Munro's Globe Mallow (Sphaeralcea Munroana) — adding a vivid splash against the muted tones of its foliage

Munro's Globe Mallow (Sphaeralcea Munroana) — It's remarkably drought-tolerant

Munro's Globe Mallow (Sphaeralcea Munroana) — needing minimal supplemental watering

Munro's Globe Mallow (Sphaeralcea Munroana) — Occasional pruning can encourage a bushier growth form and more prolific blooming

Munro's Globe Mallow (Sphaeralcea Munroana) — For the landscape designer

Munro's Globe Mallow (Sphaeralcea Munroana) — including Munro's Globe Mallow is an excellent choice for xeriscaping and rock gardens

Munro's Globe Mallow (Sphaeralcea Munroana) — providing long-lasting color and texture throughout the warmer months

Munro's Globe Mallow (Sphaeralcea Munroana) — perennial with orange blooms

Munro's Globe Mallow (Sphaeralcea Munroana) — orange flowers in the garden

Munro's Globe Mallow (Sphaeralcea Munroana) — Munro's Globe Mallow (Sphaeralcea munroana) is a hardy perennial; its velvety foliage adds texture, while summer

Munro's Globe Mallow (Sphaeralcea Munroana) — perennial for full or half

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