Growing Lavatera (Tree Mallow): Shrubby Annual/Short-Lived Perennial

Culture

Light: Full sun (afternoon shade in South).
Soil: Average garden soil.
Pruning: Wait until spring to remove winter-killed stems.
Longevity: Southern plants short-lived; replace every 2–3 years or take cuttings.

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