Tree Mallow. A short-lived perennial with conspicuous white markings on the leaves and purple-pink flowers throughout summer. Max Height 3m. Max Spread 1.5m. Flowers June to September. Full sun. Frost hardy. Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser.
Lavatera arborea ‘Variegata’
A short-lived perennial with conspicuous white markings on the leaves and purple-pink flowers throughout summer.
Category: Perennials
Additional information
Generic | Lavatera |
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Species | arborea |
Varietry | 'Variegata' |
Common Name | Tree Mallow |
Flower Colour | purple, pink |
Soil | Light |
Aspect | Full sun |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Height | 3m |
Family | Malvaceae |
Spread | 1.5m |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Upright |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green, white |
Flowers From | June, September |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Well drained |
Protection | Shelter from cold drying winds |
Hardiness | Frost hardy |
Planting | Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser |
Care | Cut back in spring |
Border | Border |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
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