Sidalcea candida 'Bianca'
A clump-forming, rhizomatous deciduous perennial to 90cm tall, with deeply lobed mid to dark green leaves and upright stems of densely-packed clusters of open, white saucer-shaped flowers in July and August
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Size
Ultimate height
0.5–1 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0–0.1 metreGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drainedpH
Acid, NeutralColour & scent
Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
Spring | Green | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Summer | White | Green | ||
Autumn | Green | |||
Winter |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H7Botanical details
- Family
- Malvaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Genus
Sidalcea can be annuals or perennials, forming a clump of rounded or palmately lobed basal leaves, with erect stems bearing more deeply divided leaves and terminal racemes of 5-petalled mallow-like flowers
- Name status
Accepted
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in moderately fertile, moist but well-drained, light, neutral to slightly acid soil in full sun
Propagation
Propagate by division, or by sowing seed in containers in a cold frame in autumn or spring
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Cottage and informal garden
- Wildlife gardens
- Low Maintenance
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
Deadhead to prolong flowering
Pests
Diseases
May be susceptible to rust diseases
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