Scarlet Globemallow (Sphaeralcea coccinea) is a low, spreading Globemallow variety that sports clusters of orange or red blossoms atop cute, lobed leaves. The stems and leaves are usually covered in short hairs, which give them a pale to silvery green appearance. Scarlet Globemallow will spread by rhizomes and self-seeding, but is not considered aggressive. It is extremely drought tolerant due to its long taproot and does not transplant well once established. We recommend this plant in dry beds and borders, rock gardens, Mediterannean gardens, and erosion control on dry slopes.
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Each seed packet contains 0.5 grams, or approximately 200-250 seeds.
Scarlet Globemallow Seed
Irrigation Requirement: Very Low (Water to Establish)
Mature Size: 4" - 2' tall and up to 1' wide
Spacing: 12"
Bloom Colors: Orange, red
Bloom Season: May - September
Hardiness Zone: 6 - 8
Light Requirement: Full Sun
Deer Resistant: No
Salt Tolerant: Moderate
Soils: Grows in sandy, loam, or clay soils that are well-draining.