Plant Profile

Plant Profile

Lavatera assurgentiflora
island bush mallow

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Fast growing tree/shrub with magenta flowers that are about 2″ in diameter. Flowers are favorites of both bees and hummingbirds. Can burn back with hard frost. Will flower all year without hard frost.

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Plant Facts & Observations

Identification

Botanical Name

 Lavatera assurgentiflora

Common Name

 island bush mallow

Origin

 California Native

Characteristics

Plant Type

 Shrub

Growth Rate

 Fast growth rate

Mature Size

 10' tall × 10' wide

Flower Color

 Pink

Blooming Season

 Flowers

Foliage

 Evergreen

Wildlife Value

 Bees, Butterflies, Hummingbirds, Songbirds

Climactic Requirements

Light

 Full Sun / Filtered Sun / Full sun on coast / afternoon shade inland

Water

 Drought Tolerant / Occasional
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