Red Mallow

Pavonia Missionum

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Overview

Red Mallow (Pavonia missionum) is a vibrant, herbaceous perennial that thrives in full sun to partial shade. Renowned for its striking scarlet flowers and robust, velvety leaves, this plant reaches up to 3-5 feet tall and spreads approximately 2-3 feet wide. Ideal for attracting pollinators, it blooms prolifically from late spring to early fall, adding a pop of color to borders and focal areas. It requires well-draining soil and moderate watering.

Sun FullWater LowZones 7–11Climate Arid, Mediterranean, Subtropical

Red Mallow (Pavonia Missionum) — Red Mallow (Pavonia missionum) is a vibrant, herbaceous perennial that thrives in full sun to partial shade

Red Mallow (Pavonia Missionum) — Renowned for its striking scarlet flowers and robust

Red Mallow (Pavonia Missionum) — it blooms prolifically from late spring to early fall

Red Mallow (Pavonia Missionum) — Ideal for attracting pollinators

Red Mallow (Pavonia Missionum) — this plant reaches up to 3-5 feet tall and spreads approximately 2-3 feet wide

Red Mallow (Pavonia Missionum) — adding a pop of color to borders and focal areas

Red Mallow (Pavonia Missionum) — It requires well-draining soil and moderate watering

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Low
USDA zones: 7–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Malvaceae
Climate: Arid, Mediterranean, Subtropical

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Red Mallow (Pavonia Missionum) — Red Mallow (Pavonia missionum) is a vibrant, herbaceous perennial that thrives in full sun to partial shade

Red Mallow (Pavonia Missionum) — Renowned for its striking scarlet flowers and robust

Red Mallow (Pavonia Missionum) — it blooms prolifically from late spring to early fall

Red Mallow (Pavonia Missionum) — Ideal for attracting pollinators

Red Mallow (Pavonia Missionum) — this plant reaches up to 3-5 feet tall and spreads approximately 2-3 feet wide

Red Mallow (Pavonia Missionum) — adding a pop of color to borders and focal areas

Red Mallow (Pavonia Missionum) — It requires well-draining soil and moderate watering

Red Mallow (Pavonia Missionum) — This perennial shrub typically reaches heights of 3 to 5 feet with a spread of 2 to 3 feet

Red Mallow (Pavonia Missionum) — is a vibrant and attractive flowering plant that serves as an exceptional accent in any landscape design

Red Mallow (Pavonia Missionum) — scientifically known as Pavonia missionum

Red Mallow (Pavonia Missionum) — bright red blossoms of the Red Mallow are its standout feature

Red Mallow (Pavonia Missionum) — growing up to 2 inches in diameter

Red Mallow (Pavonia Missionum) — allowing it to fit comfortably within both spacious and more intimate garden settings.<br><br>The rich

Red Mallow (Pavonia Missionum) — bloom profusely from early summer until the first frost

Red Mallow (Pavonia Missionum) — reminiscent of miniature hibiscuses

Red Mallow (Pavonia Missionum) — These eye-catching flowers

Red Mallow (Pavonia Missionum) — offering a long-lasting display of color

Red Mallow (Pavonia Missionum) — which further highlight their vivid hue.<br><br>Hardy in USDA zones 9 to 11

Red Mallow (Pavonia Missionum) — the Red Mallow thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil

Red Mallow (Pavonia Missionum) — While it is drought-tolerant once established

Red Mallow (Pavonia Missionum) — The flowers are set against a backdrop of dark green

Red Mallow (Pavonia Missionum) — consistent watering during prolonged dry spells will ensure the best floral performance

Red Mallow (Pavonia Missionum) — or as a standalone specimen

Red Mallow (Pavonia Missionum) — its ability to attract hummingbirds and butterflies can add an extra layer of life and movement to your garden

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