Sidalcea 'Party Girl'
Prairie Mallow
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Sidalcea 'Party Girl' - A Vibrant and Cheerful Perennial
Sidalcea 'Party Girl', commonly known as Checker Mallow, is a vibrant and cheerful perennial that adds a splash of bright pink to the garden with its hollyhock-like flowers. Perfect for borders, cottage gardens, and cutting gardens, 'Party Girl' brings both beauty and a touch of elegance to various garden settings.
The standout feature of Sidalcea 'Party Girl' is its tall flower spikes adorned with bright pink blooms. These hollyhock-like flowers create a stunning display from summer, attracting pollinators such as bees and butterflies. The flowers rise above the green, deeply lobed foliage, adding height and a burst of vivid colour to the garden. The upright growth habit makes 'Party Girl' an excellent choice for adding vertical interest and a focal point in garden beds and borders.
Caring for Sidalcea 'Party Girl' is straightforward, making it suitable for gardeners of all experience levels. Plant Checker Mallow in well-drained, moderately fertile soil and ensure it receives plenty of sunlight, though it can also thrive in partial shade. Water regularly to keep the soil evenly moist, especially during dry periods. To encourage continuous blooming and maintain a tidy appearance, deadhead spent flowers regularly. In late autumn, cut back the stems to ground level to prepare the plant for winter. With its low maintenance needs and stunning pink flowers, Sidalcea 'Party Girl' is a wonderful addition to any garden, providing long-lasting colour and attracting beneficial pollinators.
Common Name: Checker Mallow
Latin Name: Sidalcea 'Party Girl'
Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil
Position: Full sun to partial shade
Flowering Period/Colour: Summer; bright pink, hollyhock-like flowers
Hardiness: Hardy perennial
Eventual Height/Spread: 60-90 cm height; 45-60 cm spread
Special Feature: Tall, vibrant flower spikes; excellent for borders, cottage gardens, and cutting gardens