Mallow Seeds - Herbal Plant for Home Gardens

Mallow is a herbaceous plant that grows in a wide range of climates and soil conditions, making it adaptable for garden beds, borders, and naturalized areas. It develops upright to spreading stems with soft, rounded leaves and produces simple, cup-shaped flowers during the growing season. This plant performs well in full sun to partial shade and tolerates varying moisture levels once established. It is commonly grown in open spaces where it can spread naturally and fill gaps in planting areas.

Features

• Adaptable plant suitable for various climates
• Upright to spreading growth habit
• Performs well in garden beds and naturalized areas
• Tolerates a range of soil conditions
• Suitable for full sun to partial shade

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Malva sylvestris
• Common Name (US): Common Mallow
• Seed Type / Variety: Herbaceous flowering plant seed
• Growth Habit: Upright to spreading perennial or biennial
• USDA Zones: 4 to 9
• Planting Season: Spring or fall
• Growing Season: Spring to fall
• Sowing Season:
  • Temperate regions: March to May or September to October
• Germination Time and Conditions: 1 to 3 weeks in moderate temperatures (15–22°C)
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate, tolerates occasional dry conditions
• Mature Plant Size: 60 to 120 cm height, 45 to 60 cm spread
• Plant Spacing: 40 to 60 cm apart