Tree Mallow

Lavatera Maritima

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Overview

The Mediterranean Tree Mallow (Lavatera maritima) is a fast-growing, semi-evergreen shrub boasting grey-green leaves and striking, pale lavender to rosy-pink blooms with darker veins. Thriving in full sun, it typically reaches 6-8 feet tall and wide, adding a lush silhouette to any landscape. Drought-tolerant once established, it's ideal for coastal settings requiring minimal maintenance. Blooms abundantly from summer to fall, attracting pollinators to the garden. USDA zones 8-10.

Sun FullWater LowZones 8–10

Tree Mallow (Lavatera Maritima) — The Mediterranean Tree Mallow (Lavatera maritima) is a fast-growing

Tree Mallow (Lavatera Maritima) — semi-evergreen shrub boasting grey-green leaves and striking

Tree Mallow (Lavatera Maritima) — pale lavender to rosy-pink blooms with darker veins

Tree Mallow (Lavatera Maritima) — Thriving in full sun, it typically reaches 6-8 feet tall and wide, adding a lush silhouette to any landscape

Tree Mallow (Lavatera Maritima) — Drought-tolerant once established, it's ideal for coastal settings requiring minimal maintenance

Tree Mallow (Lavatera Maritima) — Blooms abundantly from summer to fall, attracting pollinators to the garden

Tree Mallow (Lavatera Maritima) — The Mediterranean Tree Mallow

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Low
USDA zones: 8–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Malvaceae

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Tree Mallow (Lavatera Maritima) — The Mediterranean Tree Mallow (Lavatera maritima) is a fast-growing

Tree Mallow (Lavatera Maritima) — semi-evergreen shrub boasting grey-green leaves and striking

Tree Mallow (Lavatera Maritima) — pale lavender to rosy-pink blooms with darker veins

Tree Mallow (Lavatera Maritima) — Thriving in full sun, it typically reaches 6-8 feet tall and wide, adding a lush silhouette to any landscape

Tree Mallow (Lavatera Maritima) — Drought-tolerant once established, it's ideal for coastal settings requiring minimal maintenance

Tree Mallow (Lavatera Maritima) — Blooms abundantly from summer to fall, attracting pollinators to the garden

Tree Mallow (Lavatera Maritima) — The Mediterranean Tree Mallow

Tree Mallow (Lavatera Maritima) — capable of reaching heights of 6 to 8 feet with a spread of 4 to 6 feet

Tree Mallow (Lavatera Maritima) — scientifically named Lavatera maritima

Tree Mallow (Lavatera Maritima) — is an eye-catching shrub that brings a touch of the Mediterranean to any landscape design

Tree Mallow (Lavatera Maritima) — is notable for its vast mallow-like flowers that can span up to 3 inches across

Tree Mallow (Lavatera Maritima) — regular pruning in late winter or early spring will encourage bushier growth and enhance flowering

Tree Mallow (Lavatera Maritima) — Drought tolerant once established

Tree Mallow (Lavatera Maritima) — though it is well adapted to cope with coastal conditions

Tree Mallow (Lavatera Maritima) — including salt spray and sandy soils

Tree Mallow (Lavatera Maritima) — this plant asks for minimal maintenance

Tree Mallow (Lavatera Maritima) — The foliage is as attractive as the flowers

Tree Mallow (Lavatera Maritima) — The blooms are a captivating lavender to rose-pink hue with striations leading to a darker center

Tree Mallow (Lavatera Maritima) — or as a hedging plant to fully embrace its lush appearance and structural beauty

Tree Mallow (Lavatera Maritima) — broadleaf evergreen / shrub with lavender and multi-colored and pink blooms

Tree Mallow (Lavatera Maritima) — lavender and multi-colored and pink flowers in the garden

Tree Mallow (Lavatera Maritima) — high-impact garden feature

Tree Mallow (Lavatera Maritima) — Install it as a focal point

Tree Mallow (Lavatera Maritima) — making it a delightful choice for a low-effort

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