musk mallow
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M. moschata is an upright perennial with heart-shaped lower leaves, and pinnately lobed upper ones, with pale pink saucer-shaped flower to 6cm across in summer and early autumn
Scientific classification
- Species
- musk mallow (Malva moschata)
- Genus
- Malva
- Family
- Malvaceae
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- Toxicity
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Plant type
- 0.5-1 metres
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- Deciduous
- Foliage
- Bushy
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn
- Season of interest
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of musk mallow
Distribution map
Europe, North Africa
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of musk mallow
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musk mallow care guide
- Moderate regular watering, more in hot flowering weather
- Watering
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Moderate regular watering, more in hot flowering weather
Fertilizing
FertilizingLight balanced feed in spring and midsummer
Pruning
PruningNo pruning required
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by seed or basal cuttings
Growing
GrowingShort-lived but will self-seed. Suitable for mixed border or wildflower garden. Support if required
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
May be subject to a rust and a leaf spot
Pests
Generally pest-free
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