Anisodontea X hypomandarum
Cape Mallow
Description
Anisodontea hypomandarum is an evergreen shrub that grows to 4ft. tall and wide. Produces attractive dark-eyed pink to purplish blooms that are approximately an inch wide. The leaves are bright green and lobed.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
3-6'
Width Range
3-6'
Flower Color
Pink, Purple
Flower Season
Spring, Summer, Constant
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam, Rocky
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
English Cottage, Mediterranean, Ranch
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
n/a
Location Uses
Shrub Border
Special Uses
Container
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems.
Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.