Zebrina Malva is a magnificent perennial that bears gorgeous flowers. Flower spikes that can grow to 75 cm (30”) long are filled with 5 cm (2") lavender striped blooms. These gorgeous flowers bloom all summer long.
SKU: 142233
Growing Information
Safe for Bees
Grows Best In:
Full Sun
Days to Germination:
10 to 25 days
Water Needs:
Average 2.5 cm (1-2") per week
Growing Height:
90 cm (3')
Key Features
Plant Type: Flower
Botanical Name: Malva sylvestris
Fill Weight (grams): 0.2
Approximate Seed Count: 45-55
Characteristics: long blooming | first year flowering | attracts pollinator | low maintenance | naturalizer
Planting Method: Start Indoors
Plant Lifecycle: Perennial (returns very year)
Seed Type: Open Pollinated
Color: Striped, raspberry pink
Water Needs: Average 2.5 cm (1-2") per week
Harvest/Bloom Season: July to September
Disease Resistance: pest resistant
Tolerance: drought tolerant
Instructions
Growing Instructions:
Start Malva seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost in your area. Follow the seed depth and spacing guidelines indicated below. Once all danger of frost has passed, seedlings should be hardened off before planting into their growing location. Seedlings should be transplanted according to the plant spacing directions below. Pick a location sheltered from the wind and receives at least 6 hours of sun per day. Regularly monitor your plants and ensure that the soil remains moist, but not soggy while they establish themselves in their new environment.
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Planting Depth: 3 mm (1/8")
Instructions for Nutrient Care: Feed plants SUPERthrive once per week. Mix 1.2 ml (1/4 tsp) per 4L (1 gallon) of water in a watering can and apply solution to the base of the plants.
Suggestions
Growing Suggestions:
Malva will grow in ordinary as long as it is well-draining.
Plants will flower in the first year if seed is started indoors.
Regularly removing spent flowers, known as deadheading will keep the plant tidy and may reward you with more blooms.