By Mary H. Dyer, Master Naturalist and Master Gardener Related to both hibiscus and hollyhock plants, Lavatera rose mallow is an attractive annual with lots to offer the garden. Keep reading to learn more about growing this plant. Lavatera Plant Info Lavatera rose mallow (Lavatera trimestris) is an impressive, shrubby plant with rich, green foliage and 4-inch blooms that appear from midsummer until the first frost. The satiny, hibiscus-like blooms range in color from pale pink to deep rose. This rose mallow is a Mediterranean native. However, it has naturalized and grows wild across much of the United States. The pest- and disease-resistant plant is a magnet for hummingbirds, butterflies and various beneficial insects. It reaches mature heights of 3 to 6 feet, with a similar spread. How to Grow Lavatera Lavatera grows in most well-drained soil types, including poor soil. However, it performs best in sandy or loamy soil. Similarly, this adaptable
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