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Thuringian Mallow

Lavatera Thuringiaca

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Overview

The Tomentose Tree Mallow, Lavatera thuringiaca, is a hardy, herbaceous perennial with striking pink blooms. It reaches 5-8 ft tall, flourishing in full sun and well-drained soil. This mallow's dense, silver-fuzzy foliage adds textural contrast. Blooms appear abundantly midsummer to early fall, attracting pollinators. Space plants 2-3 ft apart for a lush display. Hardy in zones 5-9, it's ideal for mixed borders or as a garden focal point.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 8–10
Thuringian Mallow (Lavatera Thuringiaca) — The Tomentose Tree Mallow, Lavatera thuringiaca, is a hardy, herbaceous perennial with striking pink blooms
Thuringian Mallow (Lavatera Thuringiaca) — Blooms appear abundantly midsummer to early fall, attracting pollinatorsThuringian Mallow (Lavatera Thuringiaca) — It reaches 5-8 ft tall, flourishing in full sun and well-drained soilThuringian Mallow (Lavatera Thuringiaca) — This mallow's dense, silver-fuzzy foliage adds textural contrastThuringian Mallow (Lavatera Thuringiaca) — The Tomentose Tree MallowThuringian Mallow (Lavatera Thuringiaca) — Hardy in zones 5-9, it's ideal for mixed borders or as a garden focal pointThuringian Mallow (Lavatera Thuringiaca) — Space plants 2-3 ft apart for a lush display+34

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
8–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Malvaceae

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Thuringian Mallow (Lavatera Thuringiaca) — The Tomentose Tree Mallow, Lavatera thuringiaca, is a hardy, herbaceous perennial with striking pink blooms
Thuringian Mallow (Lavatera Thuringiaca) — Blooms appear abundantly midsummer to early fall, attracting pollinators
Thuringian Mallow (Lavatera Thuringiaca) — It reaches 5-8 ft tall, flourishing in full sun and well-drained soil
Thuringian Mallow (Lavatera Thuringiaca) — This mallow's dense, silver-fuzzy foliage adds textural contrast
Thuringian Mallow (Lavatera Thuringiaca) — The Tomentose Tree Mallow
Thuringian Mallow (Lavatera Thuringiaca) — Hardy in zones 5-9, it's ideal for mixed borders or as a garden focal point
Thuringian Mallow (Lavatera Thuringiaca) — Space plants 2-3 ft apart for a lush display
Thuringian Mallow (Lavatera Thuringiaca) — scientifically known as Lavatera thuringiaca
Thuringian Mallow (Lavatera Thuringiaca) — This plant typically reaches an imposing height of 4 to 6 feet with a spread of 3 to 4 feet
Thuringian Mallow (Lavatera Thuringiaca) — palmate leaves that exhibit a downy
Thuringian Mallow (Lavatera Thuringiaca) — making it a commanding presence in any garden setting.<br><br>With its robust
Thuringian Mallow (Lavatera Thuringiaca) — making it relatively drought-tolerant once established.<br><br>From midsummer to early fall
Thuringian Mallow (Lavatera Thuringiaca) — velvety layer not only contributes to the plant's unique texture but also helps in conserving moisture
Thuringian Mallow (Lavatera Thuringiaca) — grayish coating - hence the moniker 'tomentose'
Thuringian Mallow (Lavatera Thuringiaca) — the Tomentose Tree Mallow is adorned with a profusion of showy blossoms
Thuringian Mallow (Lavatera Thuringiaca) — often with striking darker veins converging towards the centre
Thuringian Mallow (Lavatera Thuringiaca) — pale pink to white petals
Thuringian Mallow (Lavatera Thuringiaca) — consider its need for full sun and well-drained soil for optimum growth and flowering
Thuringian Mallow (Lavatera Thuringiaca) — These open-faced blooms can measure up to 3 inches across
Thuringian Mallow (Lavatera Thuringiaca) — this plant serves as an enchanting addition that brings height
Thuringian Mallow (Lavatera Thuringiaca) — It is advisable to provide some shelter from strong winds to protect its tall stature
Thuringian Mallow (Lavatera Thuringiaca) — Deadheading spent flowers may encourage additional blooming and maintain a neat appearance
Thuringian Mallow (Lavatera Thuringiaca) — and wildlife interest to any setting
Thuringian Mallow (Lavatera Thuringiaca) — pink and red flowers in the garden

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