A native British wildflower of wastelands. Popular with bees, butterflies and hoverflies. Grows to 75cm tall and 30cm across in full sun. Produces purple and pink flowers from June to October.
Common Mallow / Malva sylvestris
Position: Flower border
Flowering months: Jun / Jul / Aug / Sep / Oct
Light: Full sun / Mix of sun and shade
Soil: Clay / Loam / Chalk / Sand
Tested in our local soil (t.i.o.l.s.): Yes
Drainage: Well drained / Moist but well-drained (never waterlogged)
Life cycle: Short-lived perennial (flowers for two-four years)
Hardiness: Fully hardy (in Bristol winters)
Over winter: Partially dies back (semi-evergreen)
Fully hardened off, autumn-sown plants are supplied in 12oz pots in early to mid spring.
All plants are delivered by bicycle within Bristol within five working days (unless otherwise stated). The standard delivery charge is £5 per order, or £2.50 for addresses in BS7. Free delivery for orders over £30.