Checker Prairie Mallow
Sidalcea malviflora
Checker Prairie Mallow
In stock · from $14.99
Small, hibiscus-like flowers of soft pink with foliage that looks similar to hollyhocks. Native to rocky or sandy outcrops along the west coast. Drought tolerant, but go dormant in hot summers with low water and reappear when water is available.
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Plant facts
Sizes and prices
Retail prices; trade pricing for wholesale accounts. Availability updates hourly; stock last changed 2026-09-18.
Good to know
- Waterwise — suited to low-water landscapes once established.
- Attracts pollinators.
- Tolerates rock mulch.
- Suitable for Utah Lake secondary water systems.
Quick answers
How big does Checker Prairie Mallow get?
About 36"+ tall and 24" wide at maturity.
How much sun does Checker Prairie Mallow need?
Full Sun to Part Shade (3 to 6+ hours Sun).
How much water does Checker Prairie Mallow need?
Low water use — it is one of our waterwise plants.
Will Checker Prairie Mallow grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?
It is rated hardy to USDA zone 5, so it suits sites in zone 5 or warmer. The Salt Lake Valley floor is mostly zone 7; benches, mountain valleys and high plains in Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado and Wyoming are colder, often zones 3–6, so check the zone for your site.
Where can I buy Checker Prairie Mallow in Utah?
Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah has it in stock, from $14.99. Homeowners can order online for pickup at the farm or local delivery; landscape contractors can have it shipped across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada.
Can landscape contractors buy Checker Prairie Mallow wholesale?
Yes. Landscape contractors and architects with a Progressive Plants wholesale account get trade pricing, bulk ordering and shipping across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada on our own trucks or by freight ($1,500 minimum outside our local delivery area). Apply at progressiveplants.com/wholesaleapp.html or call 801-565-7333.
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