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Fendler's globemallow

Sphaeralcea fendleri ssp. fendleri

Fendler's globemallow (Sphaeralcea fendleri ssp. fendleri) is a shrub in the — family. Native to 4 U.S. states (Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center distribution data). Hardy in zones 2b–10b. Mature size 17"–2'.

// QUICK FACTS

Family: —
Group: shrub
Native range: Native to AZ, CO, NM, TX
USDA hardiness: Zones 2b–10b
Mature size: 17"–2'
Sun: —
Water: —
Bloom: —
Wildlife value: Pollinator and wildlife support
Ecological role: native species profile

Fendler's globemallow (Sphaeralcea fendleri ssp. fendleri) — *Sphaeralcea fendleri ssp. fendleri* — Fendler's globemallow. Photo via iNaturalist — no rights reserved.

Field Notes

[ growing · ecology · siting · care ]

Why it's on this list: native species profile. Native-range data from the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center (NPIN), cross-checked against iNaturalist observations. Part of Rooted Revival's regional native plant catalog — true natives for Oklahoma, Arkansas, Missouri and Kansas.

Companion Planting

[ guild · polyculture · cross-layer pairings ]

In the same native range, fendler's globemallow pairs naturally with: False Indigo Bush (Amorpha fruticosa), Smooth Sumac (Rhus glabra), Oneseed juniper (Juniperus monosperma), Wild blue flax (Linum lewisii).