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Tree Mallow, Tree Lavatera

Lavatera Thuringiaca 'Kew Rose'

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Overview

The Tree Mallow, or Lavatera thuringiaca 'Kew Rose', is an ornamental, fast-growing shrub reaching up to 8 feet tall and 6 feet wide. It boasts large, showy, rose-pink blooms throughout summer, attracting pollinators. With a preference for full sun and well-drained soil, it makes an eye-catching backdrop in zones 6-9. Drought tolerant once established, this perennial requires minimal maintenance, making it an excellent choice for hassle-free gardens.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 8–10Type ShrubClimate Temperate

Tree Mallow, Tree Lavatera (Lavatera Thuringiaca 'Kew Rose') — It is highly adaptable and thrives in full sun to partial shade; and its attraction to

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 8–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type: Shrub
Family: Malvaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Tree Mallow, Tree Lavatera (Lavatera Thuringiaca 'Kew Rose') — pink flowers in the garden

Tree Mallow, Tree Lavatera (Lavatera Thuringiaca 'Kew Rose') — making it not just a visual delight but also an enhancer of biodiversity; valued for both its

Tree Mallow, Tree Lavatera (Lavatera Thuringiaca 'Kew Rose') — rose-pink flowers that resemble hibiscus and flourish throughout the summer months; shrub with

Tree Mallow, Tree Lavatera (Lavatera Thuringiaca 'Kew Rose') — green foliage with heart-shaped leaves; shrub for full, image 66

Tree Mallow, Tree Lavatera (Lavatera Thuringiaca 'Kew Rose') — shrub for full; and group with other perennials that enjoy similar conditions for a cohesive

Tree Mallow, Tree Lavatera (Lavatera Thuringiaca 'Kew Rose') — though it prefers well-drained

Tree Mallow, Tree Lavatera (Lavatera Thuringiaca 'Kew Rose') — making it not just a visual delight but also an enhancer of biodiversity; valued for, image 76

Tree Mallow, Tree Lavatera (Lavatera Thuringiaca 'Kew Rose') — shrub for full

Tree Mallow, Tree Lavatera (Lavatera Thuringiaca 'Kew Rose') — With a preference for full sun and well-drained soil, it makes an eye-catching backdrop in zones

Tree Mallow, Tree Lavatera (Lavatera Thuringiaca 'Kew Rose') — it's essential to note its USDA hardiness; making it not just a visual delight but, image 73

Tree Mallow, Tree Lavatera (Lavatera Thuringiaca 'Kew Rose') — green foliage with heart-shaped leaves

Tree Mallow, Tree Lavatera (Lavatera Thuringiaca 'Kew Rose') — often from July to September; making it an excellent choice for hassle-free gardens, image 63

Tree Mallow, Tree Lavatera (Lavatera Thuringiaca 'Kew Rose') — fast-growing shrub reaching up to 8 feet tall and 6 feet wide; drought tolerant once, image 55

Tree Mallow, Tree Lavatera (Lavatera Thuringiaca 'Kew Rose') — which is zones 6 through 9; it boasts large, showy, rose-pink blooms throughout summer

Tree Mallow, Tree Lavatera (Lavatera Thuringiaca 'Kew Rose') — With a preference for full sun and well-drained soil, it makes an eye-catching, image 30

Tree Mallow, Tree Lavatera (Lavatera Thuringiaca 'Kew Rose') — Valued for both its drought tolerance and ability to grow in a variety of soil types, image 70

Tree Mallow, Tree Lavatera (Lavatera Thuringiaca 'Kew Rose') — and its attraction to pollinators

Tree Mallow, Tree Lavatera (Lavatera Thuringiaca 'Kew Rose') — often from July to September; making it an excellent choice for hassle-free gardens

Tree Mallow, Tree Lavatera (Lavatera Thuringiaca 'Kew Rose') — pink flowers in the garden; these eye-catching blossoms

Tree Mallow, Tree Lavatera (Lavatera Thuringiaca 'Kew Rose') — enhancing the plant's ornamental value.<br><br>Reaching an average height of 4 to 6, image 40

Tree Mallow, Tree Lavatera (Lavatera Thuringiaca 'Kew Rose') — and group with other perennials that enjoy similar conditions for a cohesive garden scheme; with

Tree Mallow, Tree Lavatera (Lavatera Thuringiaca 'Kew Rose') — Drought tolerant once established

Tree Mallow, Tree Lavatera (Lavatera Thuringiaca 'Kew Rose') — consider providing ample space for 'Kew Rose' to achieve its full potential, image 50

Tree Mallow, Tree Lavatera (Lavatera Thuringiaca 'Kew Rose') — making it an appealing addition to any landscape design

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