| | | Family | Malvaceae | | Plant Type | herbaceous perennial | | Zone | USDA: 3a - 8b RHS: H EGF: H1 - H4 Australia: 1 - 2 | | Care Level | medium | | Height | 60 - 90 cm (2 - 3 ft) | | Spread | 45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft) | | Light | full sun | | Soil Moisture | average, well-drained | | Soil Type | | | Soil pH | | | | Description | The herbaceous perennial Malva moschata (musk mallow) bears showy and fragrant blossoms during early summer to early fall. The foliage is fragrant. | | Special Characteristics | Butterflies are attracted to Malva moschata . | | Cautions | Depending upon your local conditions, Malva moschata (musk mallow) may be invasive. | | |