Malva alcea, or Pink Mallow, is a perennial herb with pink, saucer-shaped flowers blooming through summer. It grows in full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil, at
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Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade
Watering
Moderate to high
Soil
Well-drained, loamy, average fertility. Tolerant of various soil types.
Temperature
Moderate
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Low to moderate
Full sun to partial shade
At least 6 hours of direct sun for best blooms
Moderate to high
Consistently moist, but well-drained
Well-drained, loamy, average fertility. Tolerant of various soil types.
Moderate
Tolerates a range, prefers cooler summers
Outdoor
Low to moderate
Balanced fertilizer in spring if soil is poor
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Flowering, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.6-1.2 m
Spread
0.3-0.6 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
Winter
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Palmate
Flower Size
5-8 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
60000
Toxic for humans
No
Rating: 0/5
Toxic for pets
No
Rating: 0/5
Edible
Yes
