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California Native Plant

Lavatera assurgentiflora

Island Tree Mallow

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Information by:         Photographer: Steve Mullany

 

Description

This is a fast growing, evergreen, flowering shrub that works great as a foundation planting or windbreak. They require little maintenance other than occasional shearing to keep it dense.

 

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

6-12', 12-25'

Flower Color

Lavender, Pink, Red, White

Flower Season

Summer, Constant

Leaf Color

Green, Light Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.

Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.