Overview
Sphaeralcea remota is a bushy, columnar upright herbaceous perennial in the genus Sphaeralcea, part of the Malvaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Sphaeralcea remota grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam and sand soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, gravel garden, banks and slopes and wall side borders.
About
Sphaeralcea remota is a herbaceous perennial cultivar within the Sphaeralcea genus, known for its bushy, columnar upright habit and deciduous foliage. This plant thrives in full sun with a sheltered aspect, particularly south- or west-facing, and prefers fertile, well-drained loam or sandy soils across a range of pH levels. It is hardy to UK zone H4 and is suitable for cottage and informal gardens, gravel gardens, banks, slopes, and wall-side borders. Flowering occurs from spring through summer, adding seasonal interest to the garden.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Sphaeralcea
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Sphaeralcea remota size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Bushy, Columnar upright
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Gravel garden, Banks and slopes, Wall side borders
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Sphaeralcea remota
- Propagation
- Seed, Division, Basal cuttings, Softwood cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to hollyhock rust
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Sphaeralcea remota?
Sphaeralcea remota prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Sphaeralcea remota need?
Sphaeralcea remota grows best in loam and sand soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Sphaeralcea remota hardy in the UK?
Sphaeralcea remota has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.
How do I propagate Sphaeralcea remota?
Seed, Division, Basal cuttings, Softwood cuttings.
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