Tree Mallow Mix | LAVATERA trimestris
$3.50
Unit price perBring vintage elegance to your garden with Lavatera trimestris ‘Tree Mallow Mix’ — a classic annual featuring large, hibiscus-like blooms in soft shades of white, rose-pink, and blush. This fast-growing variety flowers in just 65 days from sowing, making it a favourite for cottage gardens, borders, and cut flower arrangements.
With its upright habit and lush foliage, Tree Mallow adds height and texture to garden beds while attracting pollinators. A member of the Malvaceae family (alongside hibiscus and hollyhock), it thrives in full sun and well-drained soil.
- 🌿 Botanical name: Lavatera trimestris
- 🌼 Common name: Tree Mallow
- 📏 Height: 60–90cm
- 🌈 Colour mix: White, rose-pink, blush
- 🧺 Use: Borders, cottage gardens, cut flowers
- 📦 Seed count: Approx. 155 seeds per gram
- Approx. 0.230/ 40 seeds per pkt
🌱 Growing Instructions
Sowing Time (Australia):
- Temperate & Cool: Sow mid-summer to late autumn
- Subtropical & Tropical: Sow late summer to autumn
Sowing Method:
- Sow directly into garden beds or start in biodegradable pots
- Cover lightly with soil (3mm deep)
- Maintain soil temperature around 21°C for germination (15–20 days)
Transplanting:
- If started indoors, transplant when seedlings are sturdy
- Harden off before planting outdoors
Position:
- Full sun
- Sheltered from strong winds
Soil:
- Light, moderately fertile, well-drained soil
- Avoid heavy clay or waterlogged areas
Watering & Feeding:
- Water regularly during dry spells
- Feed monthly with balanced fertiliser during flowering
Care Tips:
- Deadhead to prolong blooming
- Stake if needed in windy areas
- Excellent for cut flowers — harvest when buds begin to open
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Tree Mallow Mix | LAVATERA trimestris
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Bring vintage elegance to your garden with Lavatera trimestris ‘Tree Mallow Mix’ — a classic annual featuring large, hibiscus-like blooms in soft shades of white, rose-pink, and blush. This fast-growing variety flowers in just 65 days from sowing, making it a favourite for cottage gardens, borders, and cut flower arrangements.
With its upright habit and lush foliage, Tree Mallow adds height and texture to garden beds while attracting pollinators. A member of the Malvaceae family (alongside hibiscus and hollyhock), it thrives in full sun and well-drained soil.
- 🌿 Botanical name: Lavatera trimestris
- 🌼 Common name: Tree Mallow
- 📏 Height: 60–90cm
- 🌈 Colour mix: White, rose-pink, blush
- 🧺 Use: Borders, cottage gardens, cut flowers
- 📦 Seed count: Approx. 155 seeds per gram
- Approx. 0.230/ 40 seeds per pkt
🌱 Growing Instructions
Sowing Time (Australia):
- Temperate & Cool: Sow mid-summer to late autumn
- Subtropical & Tropical: Sow late summer to autumn
Sowing Method:
- Sow directly into garden beds or start in biodegradable pots
- Cover lightly with soil (3mm deep)
- Maintain soil temperature around 21°C for germination (15–20 days)
Transplanting:
- If started indoors, transplant when seedlings are sturdy
- Harden off before planting outdoors
Position:
- Full sun
- Sheltered from strong winds
Soil:
- Light, moderately fertile, well-drained soil
- Avoid heavy clay or waterlogged areas
Watering & Feeding:
- Water regularly during dry spells
- Feed monthly with balanced fertiliser during flowering
Care Tips:
- Deadhead to prolong blooming
- Stake if needed in windy areas
- Excellent for cut flowers — harvest when buds begin to open
