Common Tree Mallow

Lavatera Arborea

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Overview

The Common Tree Mallow (Lavatera arborea), a fast-growing perennial, adds a splash of color with its deep-pink to purple blooms. Reaching up to 6-10 feet tall and 3-5 feet wide, it flourishes in full sun and well-drained soil, thriving in USDA Zones 8-10. Its broad, lobed leaves and summer to fall flowering period make it a striking choice for coastal landscapes, providing a lush backdrop or vibrant accent.

Sun FullWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 3–10Climate Temperate

Common Tree Mallow (Lavatera Arborea) — The Common Tree Mallow (Lavatera arborea)

Common Tree Mallow (Lavatera Arborea) — adds a splash of color with its deep-pink to purple blooms

Common Tree Mallow (Lavatera Arborea) — Reaching up to 6-10 feet tall and 3-5 feet wide

Common Tree Mallow (Lavatera Arborea) — it flourishes in full sun and well-drained soil

Common Tree Mallow (Lavatera Arborea) — thriving in USDA Zones 8-10

Common Tree Mallow (Lavatera Arborea) — lobed leaves and summer to fall flowering period make it a striking choice for coastal landscapes

Common Tree Mallow (Lavatera Arborea) — providing a lush backdrop or vibrant accent

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones: 3–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Malvaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Common Tree Mallow (Lavatera Arborea) — The Common Tree Mallow (Lavatera arborea)

Common Tree Mallow (Lavatera Arborea) — adds a splash of color with its deep-pink to purple blooms

Common Tree Mallow (Lavatera Arborea) — Reaching up to 6-10 feet tall and 3-5 feet wide

Common Tree Mallow (Lavatera Arborea) — it flourishes in full sun and well-drained soil

Common Tree Mallow (Lavatera Arborea) — thriving in USDA Zones 8-10

Common Tree Mallow (Lavatera Arborea) — lobed leaves and summer to fall flowering period make it a striking choice for coastal landscapes

Common Tree Mallow (Lavatera Arborea) — providing a lush backdrop or vibrant accent

Common Tree Mallow (Lavatera Arborea) — scientifically known as Lavatera arborea

Common Tree Mallow (Lavatera Arborea) — Typically reaching heights between 6 and 10 feet with a spread of approximately 4 to 5 feet

Common Tree Mallow (Lavatera Arborea) — palmate leaves that have a unique grey-green hue

Common Tree Mallow (Lavatera Arborea) — the Lavatera arborea presents a striking foliage contrast amongst other garden plants

Common Tree Mallow (Lavatera Arborea) — Its leaves can span up to 8 inches across and often have a slight felt-like texture

Common Tree Mallow (Lavatera Arborea) — downy appearance.<br><br>From early summer to early fall

Common Tree Mallow (Lavatera Arborea) — the Common Tree Mallow produces an abundance of five-petaled

Common Tree Mallow (Lavatera Arborea) — open funnel-shaped flowers

Common Tree Mallow (Lavatera Arborea) — each ranging from 2 to 3 inches in diameter

Common Tree Mallow (Lavatera Arborea) — The blooms are typically a vibrant shade of mauve-pink with striking veins and a darker center

Common Tree Mallow (Lavatera Arborea) — offering a splash of color that attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies.<br><br>For optimal growth

Common Tree Mallow (Lavatera Arborea) — the Lavatera arborea requires a sunny location with well-drained soil

Common Tree Mallow (Lavatera Arborea) — It is tolerant of maritime exposure

Common Tree Mallow (Lavatera Arborea) — making it an excellent choice for coastal gardens

Common Tree Mallow (Lavatera Arborea) — and is accustomed to USDA hardiness zones 8 to 10

Common Tree Mallow (Lavatera Arborea) — this shrub can serve as an eye-catching specimen or an informal hedge in your client's garden

Common Tree Mallow (Lavatera Arborea) — promising both aesthetic allure and wildlife benefits

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