Bring vivid apricot blooms and drought-tolerant beauty to your garden with Desert Globemallow Seeds, scientifically known as Sphaeralcea ambigua. This hardy perennial is native to arid regions and produces bright apricot-orange flowers that attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, making it perfect for xeriscaping, wildflower gardens, and pollinator-friendly landscapes.
Desert Globemallow thrives in full sun with well-drained soil, tolerates heat and drought, and requires minimal maintenance, making it ideal for low-water landscapes and sustainable gardening.
Features
- Premium non-GMO Sphaeralcea ambigua seeds
- Produces vibrant apricot flowers
- Attracts pollinators including bees and butterflies
- Hardy, drought-tolerant perennial suitable for arid climates
- Ideal for xeriscaping, wildflower gardens, and ornamental borders
- Low-maintenance, fast-growing, and easy to cultivate
Specifications
- Common Name: Desert Globemallow
- Scientific Name: Sphaeralcea ambigua
- Plant Type: Perennial Flower
- Foliage: Gray-green, finely divided leaves
- Flower Color: Apricot / Orange
- Growth Habit: Upright, bushy
- Sunlight Requirement: Full Sun
- Soil Type: Well-drained, sandy or rocky soil
- Watering Needs: Low; drought-tolerant once established
- Germination Time: 14–21 days
- Maturity Period: 60–90 days to bloom
- Best Planting Season: Spring or Fall
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 7–10
- Temperature Range: 60–100°F (16–38°C)
- Plant Height: 24–36 inches (60–90 cm)
- Spacing Between Plants: 18–24 inches (45–60 cm)
- Planting Depth: Lightly cover seeds with 1/8 inch of soil
- Bloom Season: Spring through Summer
- Fragrance: Mild floral scent
- GMO Status: Non-GMO
- Organic Status: Conventional
- Maintenance Level: Low
- Uses: Xeriscaping, pollinator gardens, ornamental borders, container planting
- Storage: Store seeds in a cool, dry, and dark place until sowing
Planting Guide
- Soil Prep: Ensure well-drained sandy or rocky soil; amend lightly with compost.
- Sowing: Scatter seeds lightly and cover with 1/8 inch of soil.
- Watering: Keep soil lightly moist until germination; drought-tolerant after establishment.
- Light: Full sun is essential for strong growth and vibrant blooms.
- Germination: Seedlings appear in 14–21 days.
- Spacing: Thin seedlings to 18–24 inches apart for healthy growth.
- Maintenance: Minimal; prune spent stems to maintain shape.
