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

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) — reaching 1-3 ft in height with an equal spread; its intricate foliage is a silvery-green hue, featuring small

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

Munro's Globe Mallow (Sphaeralcea Munroana) — Its velvety foliage adds texture, while summer blooming attracts pollinators; reaching 1-3 ft in height with an

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

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