Tree Mallow (Lavatera trimestris)
Lavatera trimestris is a 2' to 4' tall summer/fall flowering forb with 2" to 3" wide, deep saucer shaped, white to pink flowers. The flowers have crimson centers and grow singly from the upper leaf axils. It is a annual, growing in full sun and prefers medium to moist soil moisture sites.
Species Details
Common Name (Botanical Name) | Tree Mallow (Lavatera trimestris) |
Alternatative Common Names | Annual Mallow |
Botanical Synonyms |
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Bloom Season | Summer-Fall |
Group | Wildflowers/Forbs |
Bloom Color | White;Pink |
Duration | Annual |
Soil moisture | Medium (Mesic);Wet (Hydric) |
Soil texture | |
Sun Exposure | Full Sun |
Status | Introduced |
Wetland status | |
pH | Neutral |
pH Values | 6.0/8.0 |
Average height | 3-4ft |
USDA Zones | |
RNS Region | 1;2;3;4;5;6;7 |
Planting rate/Acre | Not Recommended |
Seeds Per Lb. | 1 |
Seeds Per Oz | 0 |
Seeds Per Packet | 75 |
Product Benefits | Aesthetic Value;Cut Flowers; |