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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 8–10Type Broadleaf Evergreen, Shrub
Thuringian Mallow (Lavatera Thuringiaca) — The Tomentose Tree Mallow, Lavatera thuringiaca, is a hardy, herbaceous perennial with striking pink blooms

Culture

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

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Broadleaf Evergreen, Shrub
Family
Malvaceae

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Thuringian Mallow (Lavatera Thuringiaca) — this plant serves as an enchanting addition that brings height
Thuringian Mallow (Lavatera Thuringiaca) — making it a commanding presence in any garden setting.<br><br>With its robust
Thuringian Mallow (Lavatera Thuringiaca) — scientifically known as Lavatera thuringiaca; the Tomentose Tree Mallow, Lavatera thuringiaca, is a hardy
Thuringian Mallow (Lavatera Thuringiaca) — pale pink to white petals
Thuringian Mallow (Lavatera Thuringiaca) — grayish coating - hence the moniker 'tomentose'
Thuringian Mallow (Lavatera Thuringiaca) — This mallow's dense, silver-fuzzy foliage adds textural contrast; these open-faced blooms can measure up to 3 inches
Thuringian Mallow (Lavatera Thuringiaca) — palmate leaves that exhibit a downy
Thuringian Mallow (Lavatera Thuringiaca) — making it relatively drought-tolerant once established.<br><br>From midsummer to early fall; often with striking
Thuringian Mallow (Lavatera Thuringiaca) — Deadheading spent flowers may encourage additional blooming and maintain a neat appearance
Thuringian Mallow (Lavatera Thuringiaca) — It reaches 5-8 ft tall, flourishing in full sun and well-drained soil; palmate leaves that exhibit a downy
Thuringian Mallow (Lavatera Thuringiaca) — scientifically known as Lavatera thuringiaca
Thuringian Mallow (Lavatera Thuringiaca) — This mallow's dense, silver-fuzzy foliage adds textural contrast
Thuringian Mallow (Lavatera Thuringiaca) — broadleaf evergreen / shrub with pink and red blooms
Thuringian Mallow (Lavatera Thuringiaca) — grayish coating - hence the moniker 'tomentose'; this mallow's dense, silver-fuzzy foliage adds textural contrast
Thuringian Mallow (Lavatera Thuringiaca) — It reaches 5-8 ft tall, flourishing in full sun and well-drained soil
Thuringian Mallow (Lavatera Thuringiaca) — making it relatively drought-tolerant once established.<br><br>From midsummer to early fall
Thuringian Mallow (Lavatera Thuringiaca) — It is advisable to provide some shelter from strong winds to protect its tall stature
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