Dwarf Checkerbloom
Sidalcea sparsifolia
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Malvaceae
- Genus:
- Sidalcea
- Species:
- Sidalcea sparsifolia
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Perennial
- Growth Habit:
- Forb/herb , Subshrub
- Height:
- 2-3 ft
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- Medium
- Bloom Months:
- mar, apr, may, jun, jul, aug, sep
- Bloom Colors:
- White, Pink, Purple
Native Range
United States: California
Host Plant for Caterpillars
Chionodes sp. A, Exaeretia nechlys, Exaeretia thoracefasciella, Two-banded Checkered Skipper (Pyrgus ruralis), West Coast Lady (Vanessa annabella)
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
- pH:
- 6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- native to arid regions, prefers open areas