Checkerbloom typically starts flowering in April and May.
checkerbloom
Sidalcea malviflora
Also Known As - prairie mallowCheckerbloom (Sidalcea malviflora) is a perennial plant native to the Pacific Northwest. It thrives in warm, dry climates and grows in open fields and dry roadsides. Checkerbloom features showy, bright pink flowers that bloom from April to October. Its leaves are hairy and divided into three main groups of five distinct leaflets. This hardy plant provides natural beauty to any yard or landscape and it's a great choice for rock gardens and cottage gardens. It's easy to care for, requiring only occasional watering and moderate fertilizer to maintain its bright blooms.
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
5
Flowers:
Showy, Pink Flowers In Summer
Sun:
Full sun
Soil:
Humus rich, Well-drained
Fruits:
blue,purple Fruits In Autumn Ready In
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
High
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
watering
The checkerbloom (Sidalcea malviflora) is a dependable addition to any flowerbed. It is a long blooming plant with attractive flowers, and needs consistent and proper watering to reach its full potential. For best results, water the plant deeply around 2 times a week. In addition, it will appreciate occasional misting of its foliage to keep humidity high in arid climates. During periods of extended drought, checkerbloom should be watered more frequently, and may even need daily watering.
sunlight
Checkerbloom generally thrives in full sun, though the species can tolerate some shade. For optimal growing conditions, this plant should receive at least 6 hours of direct sunlight each day--but 8 to 10 hours is preferable. During the summer months, Checkerbloom will benefit from some afternoon shade, as this period usually brings hotter, longer days. When the days are cloudy, the plant will still want light; artificial lights should be provided until sunshine is available.
pruning
Checkerbloom (Sidalcea malviflora) should be pruned when it is actively growing and before it has bloomed. Prune the plant back by 1/3 or 1/2 its height to encourage it to produce large and abundant blooms. Quickly prune off dead flowers after they have finished blooming so that the plant can focus its energy on producing more flowers. Deadheading can also be done to keep the plant full and vigorous. Pruning should be done every 1 to 2 years, in the spring or early summer.
Season
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Starts Flowering
Harvest Fruit
Sidalcea malviflora, or checkerbloom, typically blooms from April to June.
Harvest Fruit
Sidalcea malviflora, or checkerbloom, typically blooms from April to June.
