Also known as Meadow Checker-Mallow · Meadow Checkermallow
Meadow Checkerbloom (Sidalcea campestris) is a striking perennial with upright spikes of vibrant pink to purple, mallow-like flowers that bloom throughout summer.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Thrives in at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers consistently moist soil, avoid waterlogging.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers moderate temperatures; hardy in USDA zones 4-8.
Low
25% intensity
Light feeding in spring; avoid over-fertilization.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Sidalcea campestris prefers consistently moist soil, especially during its active growing season. Water deeply when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry.
Reduce watering in late summer and fall as the plant begins to go dormant. Avoid waterlogged conditions, which can lead to root rot.
Deadhead spent flower stalks to encourage reblooming and maintain a tidy appearance. Cut back the plant to the ground in late fall or early spring before new growth emerges to remove dead foliage and prevent disease.
Sidalcea campestris can be propagated from seed sown in autumn or early spring. Germination may be erratic.
Division of established clumps in early spring is a reliable method for increasing plants and rejuvenating older specimens.
As Sidalcea campestris is a perennial that prefers to establish in the ground, repotting is rarely necessary unless grown in a container. If container-grown, repot in spring every 2-3 years into a slightly larger pot with fresh, well-draining potting mix.
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Flowering & fruiting calendar
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Photos of Meadow Checkerbloom (Sidalcea campestris)
Where Meadow Checkerbloom (Sidalcea campestris) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Malvales |
| Family | Malvaceae |
| Genus | Sidalcea |
| Species | Sidalcea campestris |
Similar in genus Sidalcea
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