Lavatera trimestris (Tree Mallow)
The tree mallow (Lavatera trimestris) is a large flowering plant with lush green leaves and 4-inch (10.2 cm) blooms that blossom from midsummer to the early fall. The silky, raspberry blooms are light pink to deep rose in color. This tree mallow is native to the Indian ocean. It has, however, naturalized and is now found growing wild throughout most of the United States. They are the attractors for humming birds and useful insects.
| Number of Seeds | Max Coverage Area (Square Ft.) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1OZ | 4,375 | 75 |
| 1/4LB | 17,500 | 300 |
| 1/2LB | 35,000 | 600 |
| 1LB | 70,000 | 1,200 |
| 5LB | 350,000 | 6,000 |
Scientific Name: Lavatera Trimestris
Common Name: Tree Mallow
Plant Type: Annual
Family: Malvaceae
Native Range: Mediterranean
Height: 24-48 "
Spread: 24- 36 "
Zone: 2 to 11
Exposure: Full Sun
Blooming Season: July to September
Attracts: Butterflies, Humming Birds, Useful Insects
Flower Shape: Showy, Good Cut
Flower Color: White, Pink
Resistant: Deer
Water Requirement: Average
Soil Type: Sand, Loam, Clay
Garden Uses: Meadows and Prairies, Indoor Gardens, Borders