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Vervain Mallow, Hollyhock Mallow

Scientific Name: Malva alcea L.
Family: Malvaceae

Britton, N.L., and A. Brown. 1913. Illustrated flora of the northern states and Canada. Vol. 2: 516.

Recommended Temperature Zone:
Sunset®: All zones
USDA: 4-9

Sun Exposure: Full sun

Origin: Europe

Growth Habits: Short-lived herbaceous perennial, up to 36 inches tall (90 cm), 12 inches spread (30 cm)

Flowers: Pink flowers

Watering Needs: Moderate water

Propagation: Seeds, self-sows if the conditions are right, division

Bilder ur Nordens Flora, C. A. M. Lindman, courtesy of Project Runeberg

Blooming Habits:
White, pink flowers, up to 2 inches wide (5 cm), from late spring to fall.

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