Tree Mallow

Lavatera bicolor

Tree Mallow  - Lavatera bicolor

Tree Mallow

Lavatera bicolor

Large shrub or small tree with showy multicolored flowers.  Great for English cottage, country, ranch styles. European native. Hardy to 25 deg. F. Fast grower. Large and mounding. Also sold as Lavatera maritima.


Foliage: Evergreen

Sun Exposure: Sun Or Shade

Water Needs: Moderate

Bloom Season: Repeatedly

Mature Height: 7-9'

Mature Width: 9-11'

Attributes: Drought Tolerant, Woodland Garden, Southwestern Garden, Mediterranean & Tuscan Garden, Tropical Garden, Zen Garden, English & Cottage Garden


Proper planting technique will help your plants thrive! Follow these simple steps to help your plants establish quickly, develop a strong root system, and live longer:

  • Properly dig the hole
  • Amend the soil to suit each particular plant
  • Place the plant and backfill the soil
  • Provide ample water for each particular plant
  • Review our how to plant guide!

For detailed information, please download our planting guides:

We deliver to Southern California including Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Diego County, Riverside County, Imperial County, Ventura County, Santa Barbara County, and neighboring areas.

List of delivery zones and rates.
Delivery Zone Delivery Rate
Zone 1 $69.00
Zone 2 $89.00
Zone 3 $109.00
Zone 4 $139.00
Zone 5 $179.00
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