How much sun does Gray Globemallow need?

Gray Globemallow grows best in full sun conditions.

When does Gray Globemallow bloom?

Gray Globemallow blooms in June, July, August, September, October, and November.

Where is Gray Globemallow native?

Gray Globemallow (Sphaeralcea incana) is native to AZ, NM, TX, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.

What pollinators does Gray Globemallow attract?

Gray Globemallow draws butterflies, bees, and nectar insects.

Is Gray Globemallow HOA-friendly?

Gray Globemallow takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Gray Globemallow

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Sphaeralcea incana

Last reviewed: October 2026

Toxicity unknown

Gray Globemallow (Sphaeralcea incana) is not listed by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (opens in new tab) or the other sources we check, so we have no verdict for it either way. Absence from those lists is not a clearance. If your pet shows symptoms after eating any plant, call the ASPCA at (888) 426-4435.

Light

full sun

Water

low

Size

36"–72" H × 12"–36" W

Bloom

Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Native to

AZ, NM, TX

Pollinators

butterflies, bees, nectar insects

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North American Deserts Arizona/New Mexico Mountains Chihuahuan Deserts Southwestern Tablelands

Gray Globemallow is a drought-tolerant shrub that produces orange or peach cup-shaped flowers from summer through fall. This native Texas plant maintains a semi-evergreen appearance and thrives in hot, dry conditions with minimal water requirements.

In an HOA neighborhood

Gray Globemallow takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: low. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Works well in: backyard only.

Height exceeds typical HOA-friendly range

Wildlife value

Excellent pollinator plant that attracts butterflies, bees, and other nectar-feeding insects throughout its long blooming season. The extended flowering period from June through November provides crucial late-season nectar sources.

Common questions

How much sun does Gray Globemallow need?: Gray Globemallow grows best in full sun conditions.
When does Gray Globemallow bloom?: Gray Globemallow blooms in June, July, August, September, October, and November.
Where is Gray Globemallow native?: Gray Globemallow (Sphaeralcea incana) is native to AZ, NM, TX, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.
What pollinators does Gray Globemallow attract?: Gray Globemallow draws butterflies, bees, and nectar insects.
Is Gray Globemallow HOA-friendly?: Gray Globemallow takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Native range data from vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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