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• Turk's Cap (Malvaviscus arboreus var. drummondii)

Sun Requirements: Thrives in Partial Shade to shade

Water Requirements: Moderate

Height: 2-6 feet

Description: Turk's Cap is a versatile and hardy perennial shrub native to Texas, known for its distinctive, bright red, turban-shaped flowers that attract hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees. The plant's lush green foliage provides a beautiful backdrop for its vibrant blooms. It can thrive in a variety of soil conditions and is drought-tolerant once established, making it an excellent choice for Texas landscapes.

Planting Tips:

• Plant in well-drained soil.
• Space plants about 24-36 inches apart.
• Water regularly during the first growing season to establish deep roots; reduce frequency once established.
• Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape and encourage new growth.
• Mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds.

Ideal Season for Planting in Texas: Spring or Fall

Nativity to Texas: Yes

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Pink Turk’s Cap (Malvaviscus arboreus var. drummondii 'Pam Puryear')
Also known as Pink Mallow or Pink Wax Mallow

Sun Requirements: Thrives in Partial Shade to shade

Water Requirements: Low to Moderate

Height: 3–6 feet (can reach up to 8 feet in ideal conditions)

Bloom Time: Spring through Fall

Description:
Pink Turk’s Cap is a cultivar of a TX native perennial shrub known for its soft pink, hibiscus-like blooms that never fully open—giving them a distinctive turban or "Turk's cap" shape. This variety is a cultivar of the native red Turk’s Cap, selected for its pale pink flowers. It’s a favorite among hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees, and performs well in both sun and shade. Heat- and drought-tolerant once established, it’s ideal for low-maintenance pollinator gardens.

Planting Tips:

• Plant in well-drained soil; tolerates clay and sandy conditions.

• Water regularly until established; reduce frequency afterward.

• Prune in late winter to maintain shape and encourage fuller growth.

• Spreads by rhizomes—can be divided to propagate or control size.

Ideal Season for Planting in Texas: Fall or Early Spring

Nativity to Texas: Cultivar of a native species

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White Turk's Cap (Malvaviscus arboreus var. drummondii 'Alba')

Sun Requirements: Thrives in Partial Shade to shade

Water Requirements: Low to moderate; drought tolerant once established

Height: 3–6 feet

Bloom Time: Late spring through fall

Description:
A beautiful white-flowering selection of the Texas native Turk's Cap, producing elegant, never-fully-opened blooms that attract hummingbirds, butterflies, and other pollinators for months. Its lush green foliage and long bloom season make it an excellent choice for woodland gardens, pollinator landscapes, borders, and naturalized plantings.

Planting Tips:

• Plant in well-drained soil
• Performs best with afternoon shade in hotter parts of Texas but tolerates full sun with adequate moisture
• Water regularly until established, then only during prolonged dry periods
• Cut back in late winter to encourage vigorous new growth

Ideal Season for Planting in Texas: Fall through spring

Nativity to Texas: Cultivar of a Texas native