Sidalcea malviflora 'Puck' (Dwarf Checkerbloom) — Perennial

Overview

Sidalcea malviflora 'Puck' is a perennial in the genus Sidalcea, part of the Q156551 family. It typically grows around 0.8 m tall. Sidalcea malviflora 'Puck' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. It is native to California.

About

Sidalcea malviflora 'Puck' is a perennial in the mallow family that reaches about 0.8 m and forms clumps of flowering stems. It bears pink summer flowers from June to August. Plant in full sun in moist but well-drained soils, including sandy, loamy or clay types. It is fully hardy in UK gardens (H7).

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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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In the garden

Sidalcea malviflora 'Puck' originates from California and carries the mallow family traits of upright flowering stems topped by compact heads of blooms. In its native range the species copes with a range of soils; 'Puck' has been selected for garden use and reliably reaches roughly 0.8 metres in height. Position the plant in full sun where soil remains moist but does not waterlog; it adapts to sandy, loamy and clay soils provided drainage is reasonable. In the UK its H7 rating means it is fully hardy and can be left in the border through winter; it also corresponds with USDA zones 5–9 for those comparing climates. Give a sunny, sheltered spot and avoid heavy, constantly waterlogged ground. Use Sidalcea malviflora 'Puck' in mixed sunny borders, prairie-style drifts or wildlife areas where summer colour is needed from June to August. After the main flowering flush, cut back spent stems to the basal foliage to keep clumps tidy and to encourage fresh shoots and potential rebloom later in the season.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Sidalcea

Sunlight: Full sun
Soil type: Sandy, Loamy, Clay
Soil moisture: Moist but well-drained
Exposure: Full sun
UK hardiness: H7

Plant details

Sidalcea malviflora 'Puck' size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Perennial
Height: 0.8 m
Native to: California

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Sidalcea malviflora 'Puck'?

Sidalcea malviflora 'Puck' prefers full sun. It suits full sun positions.

What soil does Sidalcea malviflora 'Puck' need?

Sidalcea malviflora 'Puck' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including sandy, loamy and clay. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.

How big does Sidalcea malviflora 'Puck' grow?

Sidalcea malviflora 'Puck' reaches a height of 0.8 m.

Is Sidalcea malviflora 'Puck' hardy in the UK?

Sidalcea malviflora 'Puck' has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.

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