Lavatera clementii 'Red Rum'

tree mallow

Family	Malvaceae
Plant Type
Zone	USDA: 7a - 9b RHS: H - FH EGF: H3 - H5 Australia: 1 - 3
Care Level	low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height	1 - 1.2 m (3 - 4 ft)
Spread	0.9 - 1.2 m (3 - 4 ft)
Light	full sun
Soil Moisture	average to moist, well-drained
Soil Type	clay to sandy
Soil pH	acidic to alkaline

Description	Lavatera clementii 'Red Rum' (tree mallow) bears bright pink blooms during early summer to mid-fall. The foliage is deep green in colour. A specimen plant, Lavatera clementii 'Red Rum' (tree mallow) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses	Accent, border, container, cut flowers and specimen.
Special Characteristics	This plant has a natural ability to resist rabbits.