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Lavatera × clementii ‘Red Rum’
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Lavatera × clementii ‘Red Rum’
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Lavatera × clementii ‘Red Rum’


Tree Mallow

USDA Zone: 7-9

Plant number: 1.316.270


Tree Mallows are terrific for summer and autumn display, especially when grown as patio specimens. Deep pink to near-red Hollyhock-like flowers appear all summer long and into the fall. This woody shrub is usually cut back hard each spring to a height of 8 to 12 inches. In colder regions Lavatera may be grown in a container and overwintered indoors. USPP#13898: unlicensed propagation prohibited. Registered with COPF.

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Lavatera × clementii ‘Red Rum’


Optimal Growing
Conditions
Appearance and
Characteristics
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
Flower Colour
  Deep Pink
Blooming Time
  Early Summer
  Mid Summer
  Late Summer
  Early Fall
  Mid Fall
Foliage Color
  Deep Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Border
  Containers
  Cut Flower
  Deer Resistant
  Rabbit Resistant
  Specimen
Height
   100-120 cm
   39-47 inches
Spread
   90-120 cm
   35-47 inches
Foot Traffic
   None
Growth Rate
   Medium