Turk's Cap

Turk's Cap

Malvaviscus arboreus

A native Texas perennial with unique twisted red flowers that never fully open — resembling a Turkish fez. Blooms from summer through frost in shade or sun, attracting hummingbirds and butterflies. Extremely tough.

USDA Zones

7–11

Height

3 ft–8 ft at maturity

Bloom Season

June – November

Bloom Color

red

🦌 Deer ResistantDeer tend to avoid this plant🐕 Dog-Friendly†Not listed as toxic to dogs by common horticultural references. See disclaimer below.🐈 Cat-Friendly†Not listed as toxic to cats by common horticultural references. See disclaimer below.🌿 Native to USNative to North America — supports local wildlife and ecosystems🐝 Attracts PollinatorsAttracts bees and other pollinators🦋 Attracts ButterfliesAttracts butterflies🐦 Attracts HummingbirdsAttracts hummingbirds

^† "Dog-Friendly" / "Cat-Friendly" means this plant is not listed as toxic by common horticultural references. It is not a guarantee of safety for all animals in all circumstances. If your pet ingests any plant, contact your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center: (888) 426-4435.

# Turk's Cap Care Guide Turk's Cap is a tough native Texas perennial that thrives in conditions most plants cannot tolerate — shade, heat, drought, and poor soil. The unique twisted red flowers bloom continuously from summer through frost. ## Planting Plant in part shade to full sun. Tolerates deep shade but blooms best with morning sun. Excellent under trees. ## Watering Water weekly for the first season. Once established, very drought tolerant. Tolerates occasional flooding. ## Pruning Cut back to the ground in late winter. It will return vigorously in spring. ## Spreading Turk's Cap spreads by root suckers and self-seeding. Remove unwanted seedlings as needed.

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