{"product_id":"turks-cap-pink-malvaviscus-arboreus-var-drummondii","title":"Pink Turk's Cap (Malvaviscus arboreus var. drummondii \"Pink Form\")","description":"\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin-bottom: 4px;\"\u003ePink Turk's Cap\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 4px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eMalvaviscus arboreus\u003c\/em\u003e var. \u003cem\u003edrummondii\u003c\/em\u003e – Pink Form\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 4px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOther Common Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pink Wax Mallow, Pink Drummond's Turk's Cap\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 1.05em;\"\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003eTop Pick:\u003c\/strong\u003e A pink-flowering form of native Turk's Cap that brings hummingbird-friendly flowers and soft color to shady gardens from summer into fall.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick Plant Info\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e🌤️ \u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Part Shade to Shade; Tolerates Sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e💧 \u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to Medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perennial Shrub\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e📏 \u003cstrong\u003eMature Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 3–5 ft tall × 3–5 ft wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"plant-traits\"\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003ePlant Traits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"plant-trait-row\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"plant-trait-label\"\u003eNative Status\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"plant-trait-value\"\u003e\n      Pink-Flowering Form of a Texas \u0026amp; North Texas Native\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"plant-trait-row\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"plant-trait-label\"\u003eWildlife Value\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"plant-trait-value\"\u003e\n      Hummingbirds, Butterflies, Bees \u0026amp; Fruit-Eating Birds\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"plant-trait-row\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"plant-trait-label\"\u003eGarden Use\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"plant-trait-value\"\u003e\n      Shade Garden, Hummingbird Garden, Woodland Edge, Naturalistic Border, Designed Landscape\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"plant-trait-row\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"plant-trait-label\"\u003eGrowth Behavior\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"plant-trait-value\"\u003e\n      Bushy, Spreading, Herbaceous to Semi-Woody Perennial\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"plant-trait-row\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"plant-trait-label\"\u003eSeasonal Interest\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"plant-trait-value\"\u003e\n      Summer–Fall Bloom\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA softer shade of a Texas favorite, with the same irresistible appeal to hummingbirds.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Pink Turk's Cap is a pink-flowering form of the familiar Texas native Turk's Cap. Its distinctive flowers have overlapping petals that remain partially closed, creating a delicate, turban-like shape.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  The pink flowers provide a softer alternative to the traditional bright red form, making this plant especially attractive in woodland gardens, shaded borders, and designed landscapes.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Turk's Cap is particularly valuable because it blooms reliably in locations receiving less direct sunlight than many other hummingbird plants.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e🌺 Why it works\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUnusual pink flowers from summer into fall\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eExcellent hummingbird nectar source\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThrives in part shade and tolerates deeper shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSupports butterflies, bees, and other wildlife\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProduces small fruits used by birds and other wildlife\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWorks well in woodland gardens and informal borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCan be used in both naturalistic and designed landscapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEstablished plants tolerate periods of dry weather\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e🐦 Wildlife value\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  The tubular flowers are particularly attractive to hummingbirds, which can access nectar deep within the blooms. Butterflies and other flower visitors may also use the plant.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Turk's Cap produces small red fruits that are eaten by birds and other wildlife. Its leafy growth also contributes to garden habitat and cover.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e🌱 Where it thrives\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Pink Turk's Cap performs especially well in part shade, including woodland edges and gardens with filtered sunlight. It tolerates deeper shade, although flowering may be reduced.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Plants can also grow in sunnier locations when adequate moisture is available, but afternoon shade is often beneficial during intense North Texas summers.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHummingbird gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWoodland and shade gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eShaded perennial borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUnderstory plantings\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNaturalistic landscapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDesigned native gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adaptable to a variety of soils, including clay, provided drainage is reasonable. Performs best with moderate moisture and some organic matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e✂️ Growth \u0026amp; maintenance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Pink Turk's Cap develops a bushy, spreading habit and can be trimmed to control its size. In North Texas, aboveground stems may die back following a hard freeze, with established plants returning from the roots in spring.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Remove winter-damaged stems after the danger of severe freezes has passed. Light pruning during the growing season can encourage a fuller appearance.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e💧 Water (establishment note)\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Water regularly during establishment. Once established, Turk's Cap tolerates some drought, especially in shaded locations, although supplemental water during prolonged dry periods helps maintain foliage and flowering.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePickup Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Order online and select a pickup time at checkout. 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