Lavatera maritima - 2.5 Ltr pot

Description
The Mallow (Lavatera maritima) is a very popular, deciduous tub plant. Its decorative flowers appear from June to October. The location should be as sunny as possible. Well-drained soil is ideal. In favourable conditions, the Mallow reaches a height of approx. 1.5 m and grows up to 80 cm wide.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Lavatera bicolor.

Bulletpoints
* suitable for containers

Frost hardiness
The Mallow has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Upright.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: possible all year round (indoors).

Care
- Tub plants should be checked for diseases and pests before being brought indoors so that they can be controlled if necessary. Otherwise they would multiply quickly in a warm house. - This plant should be overwintered in a cool, dark place. The cellar or a shed close to the building is particularly suitable for this.

Flower
Lavatera maritima forms pink-coloured flowers from June.

Use
Tub, conservatory, balcony/terrace