Annual Mallow (Lavatera trimestris) seeds

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Annual Mallow (Lavatera trimestris) seeds

Classic cottage garden plant with lush growth and striking blossoms.
Contents: Approx. 40 seeds
Open-pollinated variety, seed tested regularly

2,25 €

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SKU: LAV03

GTIN: 4251420516718

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The annual rose mallow quickly grows into a lush bush. With its large pink to white flowers, it attracts attention in any garden. Its original habitat is the Mediterranean region.

Plant description

Species:	Malvaceae
Plant type:	Summer flower
Region of origin:	Mediterranean Region Southern Europe Eastern Europe
Special features:	Open-pollinated
Use:	Cut flower Ornamental plant
Climate:	Temperate
Lifecycle:	Annual
Flowering months:	June July August September
Eventual height:	30-150 cm

Growing advice

Soil type:	Free-draining Poor Humus-rich Fresh
Sowing depth:	0 cm
Planting distance:	40 cm
Sunlight:	Full sun
Water requirement:	High
Germination temperature:	15-20°C
When to sow outdoors:	May June

Annual flowering plant with beautiful large pink flowers. Pre-cultivation from March indoors or direct sowing outdoors from mid-May. Sprinkle the seeds only on the sowing soil and press lightly. Germinates easily at +18-20°C. The seeds should be soaked in water or chamomile tea for one night before sowing. Likes sunny, wind-protected locations.

Other names

Botanical name:	Lavatera trimestris, Malva trimestris, Althaea trimestris
German names:	Bechermalve
French names:	Mauve Annuelle, Lavatère D'un Trimestre
English names:	Annual Mallow, Rose Mallow, Royal Mallow, Regal Mallow, Common Annual Tree Mallow
Spanish names:	Malva Real, Malva Basta, Malva Florida
Italian names:	Malva Regina, Malva Reale