Callirhoe bushii, commonly known as Bush’s Poppymallow, is a deciduous herbaceous perennial native to the glades, prairies, and open woodlands of the Central United States, particularly in Missouri. This plant typically grows to a height and width of 1-2 feet (0.3-0.6 meters), forming a low, mounded clump. The foliage is deeply lobed and can add texture to the garden even when not in bloom. Bush’s Poppymallow produces showy cup-shaped flowers that are magenta to pinkish-purple, blooming from late spring to early fall, which are particularly attractive to pollinators.

Bush’s Poppymallow is valued for its drought tolerance and long flowering season, making it a suitable choice for rock gardens, native plant gardens, and borders. It is also used to stabilize soil in restoration projects. This plant prefers full sun but can tolerate light shade, and it thrives in well-drained soils. While it is relatively low maintenance, it can be susceptible to rust and other fungal diseases in humid conditions. It is not known for aggressive roots or significant invasiveness.CC BY-SA 4.0