Lavatera thuringiaca ‘First Light’
Tree Mallow |
USDA Zone: 6-9 |
Plant number: 1.316.230
Tree Mallow forms a large upright bush of heart-shaped grey-green leaves. This strain has single Hollyhock-type blooms of white with a flush of pale pink in the centre. Flowering continues all summer long. This is actually a woody shrub, but is usually cut back hard to 6 or 8 inches each spring. Plants get large and may require staking, especially in windy areas. In Zones 5 to 6 plants should be mulched for the winter. Gardeners in cold winter regions could consider this as an annual that flowers for the whole summer and fall. A recent introduction from Jelitto Seeds of Germany.
Further details for
Lavatera thuringiaca ‘First Light’
Optimal Growing Conditions
Sun Exposure Full Sun
Soil Type Normal or Sandy or Clay
Soil pH Neutral or Alkaline or Acid
Soil Moisture Average or Moist
Care Level Easy
Appearance and Characteristics
Flower Colour White
Blooming Time Early Summer Mid Summer Late Summer Early Fall Mid Fall
Foliage Color Grey Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics Accent: Good Texture/Form Attracts Butterflies Border Containers Cut Flower Deer Resistant Rabbit Resistant Specimen
Flower Head Size Medium
Height 100-120 cm 39-47 inches
Spread 75-90 cm 29-35 inches
Foot Traffic None
Growth Rate Medium
Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.
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