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Wild mallow, Mauritania velvetleaf (perennial)
Malva sylvestris ssp. mauritiana
The Mauritanian Mallow, also known as just mallow, is a native wild plant. It impresses visitors with its red-violet flowers. In the medicine chest, the aerial parts of the flowering plant are used for sore throats and coughs. Height ranges from 40–120 cm. Blooms from June to October.
Growing instructions
Sow from May to July in trays. Transplant starts into the field in the fall at a distance of 50 ✕ 50 cm to nutrient-rich soil. Avoid dry locations as it makes them susceptible to mallow rust (Puccinia Malvacearum). They reseed themselves.
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Height
120
cm
Planting distance
50
x
50
cm
Sowing depth
1
cm
Germination duration
18
days
Fertilization need
Water need
Soil Type
All soil types
Native species
Frost resistant