Common Mallow
Malva sylvestris
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A tall, upright perennial with soft lobed leaves and showy pink or purple flowers with darker veining. Tolerates poor soil and drought once established, making it excellent for naturalized or cottage garden settings.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
Mediterranean
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Years to Bearing
- Propagation
A tall, upright perennial with soft lobed leaves and showy pink or purple flowers with darker veining. Tolerates poor soil and drought once established, making it excellent for naturalized or cottage garden settings.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Common Mallow grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
Mediterranean
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Years to Bearing
- Propagation