Quick answer: Scarlet globemallow (Sphaeralcea coccinea) is native to 12 states. What's commonly sold under this name is the true wild species. It's typically seeds, verified 15 Sep 2026.
Photo: Hovenweep National Monument, Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 2.0)
Where it's native
Listed in the directory as native to these states. Click a state for its full native-plant guide.
Growing conditions
From the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center Native Plant Database.
| Sun | Sun |
|---|---|
| Water | Dry |
| Soil | Light, gravelly limestone or sandy clay soils |
| Bloom | Apr-Sep |
| Height | Up to 16 in |
| Wildlife value | Browsed by deer/pronghorn, fruits eaten by birds/small mammals |
Buying it
Sold true to the wild species as of the last check (15 Sep 2026), via Amazon.
Sold as: Seeds via Amazon · listing verified 15 Sep 2026
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Where is Scarlet globemallow native?
Scarlet globemallow (Sphaeralcea coccinea) is native to 12 states across the Midwest, South and West. Check your state's page in this directory for the full list of plants native where you live.
When does Scarlet globemallow bloom?
Scarlet globemallow blooms Apr-Sep. Exact timing shifts a few weeks with latitude and elevation.
What growing conditions does Scarlet globemallow need?
Light: Sun. Water: Dry. Soil: Light, gravelly limestone or sandy clay soils. Mature height: Up to 16 in.
Is Scarlet globemallow good for pollinators and wildlife?
Yes. Wildlife value: Browsed by deer/pronghorn, fruits eaten by birds/small mammals.
Is Scarlet globemallow deer-resistant or drought-tolerant?
Scarlet globemallow is deer-resistant and drought-tolerant.
Where can I buy real Scarlet globemallow seed or plants?
We found a listing sold as seeds that names the true species, last checked 15 Sep 2026. Look for the scientific name Sphaeralcea coccinea on any listing.
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Native plants that share growing conditions or range with Scarlet globemallow.
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