Sphaeralcea ambigua 'Louis Hamilton'
Globe Mallow Louis Hamilton
Description
This perennial will grow 4' x 3' . It has small, leathery gray leaves with rich, red-orange flowers that bloom in the spring.
Plant Type
Perennial
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Orange, Red
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Grey
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
Brown
Fruit Season
Summer
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Fast, Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained, Dry
Soil pH
Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
Attracts Bees
Design Styles
English Cottage, Meadow, Ranch
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers, Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer
Location Uses
Perennial Border, Foundation, Parking Strip, Patio, Raised Planter, Walkways
Special Uses
Erosion Control, Mass Planting, Fire Resistant, Naturalizing, Small Spaces
Attracts Wildlife
Hummingbirds
Water Saving Tip:
Be sure to fix all leaks promptly no matter how small they may seem.