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Growing Info

Scarification
Scarification: none required
Stratification
Stratification: none required
Germination
Germination: sow seed 1/4" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Other: sow in the spring outdoors a week before the date of the last frost, 1/4 inch deep. 

Native to: Africa, Asia, Europe
Native
Introduced

Malva sylvestris

'Mauritiana'

High Mallow, Tree Mallow

In Stock: 0.655 lb (Total:0.655lb)

  • Malva sylvestris Mauritiana

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0.66 lb

Details

Germination:
71%
Germination test:
Cut (Full Seed)
Purity:
99%
Seeds per lb:
79,002
Quantity:
0.66 lb
Collected in:
Netherlands
Crop year:
2024
Min. hardiness zone:
4
Item ID:
1836015

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Growing Info

Scarification
Scarification: none required
Stratification
Stratification: none required
Germination
Germination: sow seed 1/4" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Other: sow in the spring outdoors a week before the date of the last frost, 1/4 inch deep. 

Native to: Africa, Asia, Europe
Native
Introduced
Discover the enchanting allure of Malva sylvestris subsp. mauritiana, commonly known as Tree Mallow, a captivating addition to any garden. This perennial showcases striking, saucer-shaped, rich purple flowers with exquisite plum veins, creating a picturesque scene from mid-summer to late fall. Reaching a height of 24 to 48 inches with a spread of 24 to 36 inches, its robust, hollyhock-like foliage adds texture and drama to your landscape. This cottage garden favorite thrives in zones 4 to 8, flourishing in full sun to part shade and well-drained, fertile soil.

Despite its sometimes short-lived presence, Tree Mallow self-seeds readily, ensuring years of blooming beauty. Its fragrant blossoms entice bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, enriching your garden's ecosystem. Heat and drought tolerance make it a resilient choice, though best to avoid shady spots for optimal growth. Native to Europe, North Africa, and Asia, this bushier cousin of the Hollyhock creates a breathtaking statement, effortlessly partnering with lupins, geraniums, or wildflowers to entice admiration from every visitor. Embrace the charm of Tree Mallow and transform your garden into a pollinator's paradise.

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