Desert Globemallow (Sphaeralcea Ambigua) is a perennial shrub in the Malvaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 8-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

A perennial subshrub native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, known for its fuzzy gray-green leaves and showy, bowl-shaped orange to apricot flowers.

Desert Globemallow

Desert Globemallow

Sphaeralcea Ambigua

A perennial subshrub native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, known for its fuzzy gray-green leaves and showy, bowl-shaped orange to apricot flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
8-10

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

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

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Desert Globemallow

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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:Sphaeralcea
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