Cape Mallow
Scientific Name: Anisodontea capensis (L.) D.M. Bates
Synonym: Malvastrum capensis
Family: Malvaceae
Sunset®: 14-24
USDA: 9b-11
Frost Tolerance: Hardy to 25°F ( -4°C)
Sun Exposure: Full sun to light shade
Origin: South Africa
Growth Habits: Evergreen shrub rapidly growing to 6 feet tall (1.8 m), 6 feet wide
Watering Needs: Regular water
Propagation: Easy with summer cuttings
This might be the same species as Anisodontea hypomandarum, in any case the plants are very similar.
Blooming Habits:
The Cape Mallow bears 1 inch wide pink flowers all year.
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