Checker Bloom (Sidalcea Malviflora) is a perennial herb in the Malvaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 6-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Sidalcea malviflora is a perennial herbaceous plant native to western North America, especially California, known for its pink to magenta flowers and mallow-like foliage.

Checker Bloom

Checker Bloom

Sidalcea Malviflora

Sidalcea malviflora is a perennial herbaceous plant native to western North America, especially California, known for its pink to magenta flowers and mallow-like foliage.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
6-10

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:clay, sandy, loamy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, specimen, pollinator support

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Checker Bloom

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Malvaceae
Genus:Sidalcea