White Flower Farm
Malva alcea var. fastigiata
Malva alcea var. fastigiata, or Mallow, is a vibrant addition to any cottage garden, offering a profusion of soft pink blooms from midsummer into fall. Its upright stems create a bushy display, complemented by intricately lobed foliage that adds textural interest. This plant thrives in heat and humidity, making it a reliable choice for challenging conditions. Though often short-lived, it readily self-sows, ensuring its return year after year for a continuous summer border feature. It ships as a 1-pint container plant, ready to establish in your garden.
$16.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
2132
/ 2693
#2132 in Plants
Price vs Category Average
-61%
Below average
Who it's for
- Elegant Vertical Structure
- Exceptional Summer Bloom
- Pollinator Magnet and Hardy
Who should skip it
- Short-Lived Perennial Tendency
- Potential Need for Staking
- Aggressive Self-Seeder
Key Specs
Grows to 3–4 feet tall
Foliage is intricately lobed
Forms thick crowns
Yields up to 50 stems
Ships as a 1-pint container plant
USDA Hardiness Zones
4-10
Sun Exposure
Full Sun to Part Shade
Soil Type
Average soil, well-drained
Features
- Blooms profusely midsummer to fall
- Produces numerous upright stems
- Intricately lobed foliage for texture
- Tolerates heat and humidity
- Readily self-sows for continuous return
- Low maintenance
- Reliable summer border feature
- Attracts pollinators
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the exceptional quality of the Malva plants received from White Flower Farm. Reviewers frequently note the robust size and health of the starter stock, ensuring reliable establishment in the garden. The plant’s upright habit and long blooming season are highly valued, delivering substantial visual impact. While the initial investment is higher than average, gardeners feel the superior plant material justifies the cost, leading to high satisfaction regarding performance and longevity.
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