Malva sylvestris, 9 cm pot
Seller: ALLIKASILM
About this product
Common mallow Malva sylvestris – pink-lilac striped flowers from June to September. Common mallow – an undemanding perennial or biennial with pink-lilac striped flowers all summer.
An undemanding perennial or biennial with pink-lilac striped flowers all summer. Suits borders, cottage gardens and hedge edges; the flowers and young leaves are edible and the flowers make tea.
Sold as a container-grown plant (9 cm pot); it can be planted throughout the growing season.
Specifications
- Type: Common mallow
- Latin name: Malva sylvestris
- Mature height: 0.6–1.2 m
- Width: 0.4–0.6 m
- Pot: 9 cm
- Light: sunny
- Winter hardiness: USDA 4–8
Advice from our agronomist
Planting Plant in spring or autumn in a sunny spot in fertile, well-drained soil. Space plants 40–50 cm apart.
Watering Water in the first year; later the plant is drought tolerant.
Pruning Remove faded flowers to prolong blooming; cut the plant low in autumn or spring.
Feeding and winter care Feed in spring with compost or a slow-release fertiliser. Hardy; no extra cover is needed.
Codes and attributes
| Size | 9 cm pot |
|---|---|
| Category | Other perennials |
Delivery and timing
- Parcel locker — €2.99–3.99, free from 59,00 €
- Courier to the door — €7.99–8.99, free from 99,00 €
- Dispatched within 2 working days