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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 3–10Type Annual, Biennial, PerennialClimate Temperate
Common Tree Mallow (Lavatera Arborea) — scientifically known as Lavatera arborea
Common Tree Mallow (Lavatera Arborea) — downy appearance.<br><br>From early summer to early fallCommon Tree Mallow (Lavatera Arborea) — Reaching up to 6-10 feet tall and 3-5 feet wideCommon Tree Mallow (Lavatera Arborea) — the Common Tree Mallow produces an abundance of five-petaledCommon Tree Mallow (Lavatera Arborea) — Its leaves can span up to 8 inches across and often have a slight felt-like textureCommon Tree Mallow (Lavatera Arborea) — thriving in USDA Zones 8-10Common Tree Mallow (Lavatera Arborea) — it flourishes in full sun and well-drained soil+44

Culture

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

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Annual, Biennial, Perennial
Family
Malvaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Common Tree Mallow (Lavatera Arborea) — scientifically known as Lavatera arborea
Common Tree Mallow (Lavatera Arborea) — downy appearance.<br><br>From early summer to early fall
Common Tree Mallow (Lavatera Arborea) — Reaching up to 6-10 feet tall and 3-5 feet wide
Common Tree Mallow (Lavatera Arborea) — the Common Tree Mallow produces an abundance of five-petaled
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) — thriving in USDA Zones 8-10
Common Tree Mallow (Lavatera Arborea) — it flourishes in full sun and well-drained soil
Common Tree Mallow (Lavatera Arborea) — the Lavatera arborea presents a striking foliage contrast amongst other garden plants
Common Tree Mallow (Lavatera Arborea) — The Common Tree Mallow (Lavatera arborea)
Common Tree Mallow (Lavatera Arborea) — providing a lush backdrop or vibrant accent
Common Tree Mallow (Lavatera Arborea) — palmate leaves that have a unique grey-green hue
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) — adds a splash of color with its deep-pink to purple blooms
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) — 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) — open funnel-shaped flowers
Common Tree Mallow (Lavatera Arborea) — annual / biennial / perennial with multi-colored and white blooms
Common Tree Mallow (Lavatera Arborea) — the Lavatera arborea requires a sunny location with well-drained soil
Common Tree Mallow (Lavatera Arborea) — making it an excellent choice for coastal gardens
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) — promising both aesthetic allure and wildlife benefits
Common Tree Mallow (Lavatera Arborea) — The Common Tree Mallow (Lavatera arborea); it flourishes in full sun and well-drained soil
Common Tree Mallow (Lavatera Arborea) — multi-colored and white flowers in the garden
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