Add a pop of deep purple to your garden with Malva sylvestris ssp. mauritiana (High Mallow). This biennial or perennial herb produces 2 1/2" deep purple flowers on a plant that resembles a small hollyhock. Native to Europe, north Africa, and northwest China, this herb likes full sun and can be used as a garnish or added to salads. The leaves have a mild pleasant flavor and can be eaten raw or cooked, making them a great thickener for soups or a lettuce substitute in salads. This plant can grow up to three feet tall and its stems are covered in fine soft hairs. Don't miss out on the opportunity to add this beautiful and edible plant to your garden.