Lavatera thuringiaca 'Kew Rose'
Tree Mallow, Tree Lavatera
Description
This attractive and reliable shrub reaches 4'-6' tall and wide. Leaves are evergreen in non-frost winter areas but may be deciduous in colder areas. Funnel-shaped, pink flowers cover the plant in summer. This plant prefers full sun in sandy, well draining, moist soil. It needs a moderate amount of watering. Prune in early spring to encourage more blooming and to keep plant looking tidy.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
3-6'
Width Range
3-6'
Flower Color
Pink
Flower Season
Summer
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained, Moist
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
English Cottage, Meadow, Mediterranean, Spanish
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Summer
Location Uses
Perennial Border, Shrub Border, Patio, Walls / Fences
Special Uses
Container, Filler, Hedge, Mass Planting, Wind Break
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.