Turk's cap
Malvaviscus arboreus
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A tropical shrub prized for its distinctive turban-shaped red flowers that bloom from summer through fall. Hardy in warm climates, it attracts hummingbirds and butterflies and can be grown in containers in cooler regions.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
Mexico and Central America
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Shrub
Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
A tropical shrub prized for its distinctive turban-shaped red flowers that bloom from summer through fall. Hardy in warm climates, it attracts hummingbirds and butterflies and can be grown in containers in cooler regions.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Turk's cap grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
Mexico and Central America
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Shrub
Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation