How to tend a Sidalcea malviflora

Also known as: Sida malviflora DC., Sidalcea malviflora subsp. malviflora , Nuttallia malviflora (DC.) Fisch., C.A.Mey. & Trautv., Sida delphiniifolia Nutt. ex Torr. & A.Gray

Watering

Need keep soil moisture high but not saturated

Sunlight

Like sunshine, resistant to half shade

Soil

Peat or soil with specific nutrients

Fertilizer

Apply compound fertilizers every half month in the growing season, add foliar fertilizer too

Pruning

Remove dead and diseased branches timely

About this plant

Origin
US California
Category
Malvaceae, Sidalcea
Size
Diameter ≥ 10 cm, height 15-18 cm
Blooming period
Flowering period in summer
Flower colors
peach red, rose red, purple
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