Overview
Sidalcea candida is a perennial in the genus Sidalcea, part of the Malvaceae family. Sidalcea candida grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and neutral and slightly acidic pH. Suggested uses include wildflower garden, naturalized areas and prairie restoration. It is native to Colorado, Nevada, New Mexico, Utah and Wyoming.
About
Sidalcea candida, commonly called the white checkerbloom, prairie mallow or white checkermallow, is a wildflower found from Nevada to Wyoming and south to the southern part of New Mexico. The plant grows to three feet, and is also known as wild hollyhock.
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About the genus
Sidalcea is a genus of the botanical family Malvaceae. It contains several species of flowering plants known generally as checkerblooms or checkermallows, or prairie mallows in the United Kingdom. They can be annuals or perennials, some rhizomatous.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Sidalcea
- Sunlight
- full sun, partial shade
- Soil type
- well-drained, sandy, loamy
- Soil pH
- neutral, slightly acidic
- Soil moisture
- moist, well-drained
Plant details
Sidalcea candida size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- perennial
- Suggested uses
- wildflower garden, naturalized areas, prairie restoration
- Native to
- Colorado, Nevada, New Mexico, Utah, Wyoming
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Sidalcea candida
- Cultivation
- Prefers well-drained soil and moderate moisture; tolerates drought once established.
- Pruning
- Deadhead spent flowers to encourage blooming; cut back after flowering to maintain shape.
- Propagation
- seed, division
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Sidalcea candida?
Prefers well-drained soil and moderate moisture; tolerates drought once established.
Where is the best place to plant Sidalcea candida?
Sidalcea candida prefers full sun and partial shade.
What soil does Sidalcea candida need?
Sidalcea candida is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including well-drained, sandy and loamy. It prefers neutral and slightly acidic soil. Aim for soil that stays moist to well-drained.
How do I prune Sidalcea candida?
Deadhead spent flowers to encourage blooming; cut back after flowering to maintain shape.
How do I propagate Sidalcea candida?
Seed, division.