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California Native Plant

Lavatera assurgentiflora

Malva Rose, Island Tree Mallow

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer: Steve Mullany

 

Description

This is a fast growing, evergreen, flowering shrub that works great as a foundation planting or windbreak. They require little maintenance other than occasional shearing to keep it dense.

 

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

6-12', 12-25'

Flower Color

Lavender, Pink, Red, White

Flower Season

Summer, Constant

Leaf Color

Green, Light Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained, Dry

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

English Cottage, Ranch, Seascape

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers, Specimen

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring, Summer

Location Uses

Background, Foundation, Patio

Special Uses

Container, Screen, Wind Break

Attracts Wildlife

Birds

Water Saving Tip:

Water between sunset and sunrise when temperatures and wind are the lowest.