Sidalcea hirsuta — a medium houseplant
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Sidalcea hirsuta

Sidalcea Hirsuta

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Sidalcea hirsuta is a species of flowering plant in the mallow family known by the common name hairy checkerbloom.It is endemic to California, where it grows in seasonally wet habitat throughout the north-central part of the state, such as vernal pools. It is found in the North California Coast Ranges, the Sacramento Valley and San Joaquin Valley, and the Sierra Nevada foothills.

CARE GUIDE

How to keep Sidalcea Hirsuta.

Pruning

To encourage bushier growth and more blooms, prune the hairy checkerbloom—a plant known for its hairy leaves and pink flowers—in early spring. Start by trimming the old growth and removing any dead stems before new growth appears. Proper pruning not only improves air circulation but also reduces the risk of disease, leading to a healthier plant overall.

CHARACTERISTICS

Botanical profile.

Plant Type
Herb
Genus
Sidalcea
Family
Malvaceae
ALSO KNOWN AS

Other names.

en Hairy Checkerbloom
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