Rose mallow :  ( Fastigiata )

Family:    Malvaceae

Botanical Name:    Malva alcea ( mal´vå )

Soil:    Deep, fertile, humus rich, well drained.

PH level:    6.5

Flower:    June / August        Photo        Photo  
                                                                     
Color:    Pink            

Height:    4'

Spread:    3'

Pests:    Rust & Cercospora leaf spot.

Light:    Full sun.

Water:    Moist to dry.

Propagation:    Self seed.

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