Rose Checkermallow

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Photo credit: ©2006 Rod Gilbert

Full Description

Herbaceous perennial with pink to magenta five-petaled flowers on tall open wands (late spring-mid-summer). Attracts butterflies. A primary nectar source for federally endangered Fender’s blue butterfly.

Plant Details

Habitat:

Upland Prairie and Savanna
Wet Prairie
Prairie and meadow habitats

Mature Height:

8 - 40"

Shade Preference:

Soil Tolerance:

Moderately wet to very dry and upland habitats; moist meadows, fields and lower mountains, roadsides.

Special Uses:

Attracts bees and butterflies.