African Mallow, Cape Mallow, False Mallow
Striking when in bloom, award-winning Anisodontea capensis (African Mallow) is an upright evergreen sub-shrub boasting showy pink flowers with raspberry red centers and veins. Resembling small hibiscus, they bloom profusely from spring until frost or all year round in warm climates. The blossoms attract bees and butterflies. The slender branches are sparsely covered with small, hairy, evergreen leaves. Low maintenance, drought and heat tolerant, African Mallow is a gem in the Mediterranean garden styles or patio containers, adding charm and color.
Hardiness |
8 - 9 |
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Heat Zones |
8 - 9 |
Plant Type | Shrubs |
Plant Family | Malvaceae |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Early, Mid, Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall, Winter |
Height | 2' - 3' (60cm - 90cm) |
Spread | 1' - 3' (30cm - 90cm) |
Spacing | 18" - 36" (50cm - 90cm) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Average |
Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Plant of Merit, Showy, Evergreen |
Tolerance | Drought |
Attracts | Bees, Butterflies |
Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Patio And Containers |
Garden Styles | Mediterranean Garden |
Hardiness |
8 - 9 |
---|---|
Heat Zones |
8 - 9 |
Plant Type | Shrubs |
Plant Family | Malvaceae |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Early, Mid, Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall, Winter |
Height | 2' - 3' (60cm - 90cm) |
Spread | 1' - 3' (30cm - 90cm) |
Spacing | 18" - 36" (50cm - 90cm) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Average |
Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Plant of Merit, Showy, Evergreen |
Tolerance | Drought |
Attracts | Bees, Butterflies |
Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Patio And Containers |
Garden Styles | Mediterranean Garden |
How many Anisodontea capensis (African Mallow) do I need for my garden?
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