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Scarlet Globemallow
Sphaeralcea coccinea
In the United States:
Native
· also called cowboy's delight, scarlet mallow, prairie mallow, red false mallow
Honeybees forage on scarlet globemallow for moderate nectar and high-quality pollen from its cup-shaped flowers during an extended summer bloom. Peak flowering aligns with late spring through midsummer in temperate dry climates, providing steady resources amid sparse vegetation. The plant's rhizomatous habit enables spreading in well-drained soils, though it may suffer in overly wet conditions without amendment.
| Nectar | medium |
|---|---|
| Pollen | high |
| Bloom (US) | April–September |
| Duration | ~3 months |
| Type | Perennial |
| Sun | full |