Blush Pink Rose Mallow

Blush Pink Rose Mallow is a stunning perennial that brings a touch of elegance to any garden with its soft, blush-pink blooms that resemble large, delicate silk flowers. Growing to a height of 3 to 5 feet with a spread of 2 to 3 feet, this plant forms a beautiful bushy mound with large, 6-8 inch flowers that bloom in late summer to fall, offering a stunning contrast against the deep green foliage. Known for its resilience and adaptability, the Blush Pink Rose Mallow thrives in full sun and moist, well-drained soil, making it an excellent choice for gardens near ponds or water features. The large, dramatic flowers attract pollinators like bees and butterflies, enhancing the biodiversity of your garden while providing seasonal beauty. With its showy blooms, the plant serves as a striking focal point in borders or flower beds, and its towering stature makes it perfect for adding vertical interest to your garden design. Easy to grow and maintain, Blush Pink Rose Mallow is a perfect choice for those seeking a low-maintenance, high-impact addition to their landscape.

Also Known As: Light Pink Annual Mallow, Rose Mallow, Royal Mallow, Regal Mallow, Common Annual Tree Mallow, Silver Mallow, Hardy Hibiscus, Tree Lavatera, French Hollyhock.

Plant Name:	Rose Mallow, Blush
Latin Name:	Malva trimestris, Althaea trimestris, Lavatera trimestris
Days to Germinate:	7-14
Days to Bloom:	65
Plant Height:	2 - 4 Feet
Spread:	2 - 3 Feet
Bloom Diameter:	3 - 4 Inches
Growth Habit:	Bush
USDA Zones:	3-11
Lifespan:	Annual, Perennial 8-11
Brand:	TomorrowSeeds
Sunlight:	Full Sun, Partial Shade
Pollination:	Heirloom, Open-Pollinated
GMO:	No
Fungicide-Treated Seeds*:	No
Seeds Packed For**:	2025

*Fungicide-treated seeds protect the seedlings from diseases until they are up and growing. Do not eat treated seeds.
**Seeds are freshly packed for the growing season of the year listed. Seeds are still viable beyond pack date. Store in a cool and dry location such as the refrigerator or basement to best preserve germination rates.

Planting Instructions:

Soil Preparation:

Choose an area with heavy, well-draining soil that receives at least 6 hours of sunlight each day. Remove weeds, large rocks, and litter from the planting area. Leave small weeds and dead grass, they will enrich the soil when turned under. Spade or till the soil 6-8 inches deep. Loosening the soil will help the plant establish strong roots. If the soil is heavy or clay-like, mix in some sand or compost to improve drainage. Optionally, form rows of soil beds 4-6 inches high and at least 3 feet apart. This formation of ridges will help with drainage, ensure good airflow, and make harvesting for cut flowers easier. Lay down 1/2"-3/4" peat moss, sawdust, or potting soil, the soil surface. This layer is beneficial for flower seeds because it can the improve the germination environment and prevent soil crusting.

Planting:

For earlier Rose Mallow blooms, you may optionally start planting indoors in containers 6-8 weeks before the last expected frost date in Spring, keeping seedlings at least 65F. Harden off then transplant seedlings outdoors in a sunny location when temperatures are consistently above 60F. To transplant seedlings, prepare a transplant hole outdoors in a sunny location. Remove the plants carefully from the pots or flats and set them in the transplant holes, burying some of the stem in the ground. Pack the soil loosely around the plant and leave a slightly sunken area around each plant to hold water. Water the plants after transplanting.

Directly Sowing: If directly sowing outdoors, plant after all danger of frost has passed in spring and soil temperatures reach at least 60F. Fall planting is not recommended unless planting outdoors in environments with mild, frost-free winters for a head start in the following spring, or planting indoors with supplemental grow lights.

To plant, make holes 1/4 inch deep and spaced 2-3 feet apart down the rows of raised beds. Plant 1-3 seeds per hole, then cover thinly with soil. Water after planting.

Planting Depth:	1/4 inch
Within-Row Spacing:	2-3 feet
Between-Row Spacing:	3-5 feet

Care During the Season:

Rose Mallow is a hardy perennial that thrives with consistently moist soil. Mulching around the base of the plant helps retain moisture and control weeds, as well as providing winter protection for the roots. Optionally, throughout the season, fertilize rose mallow with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring when new growth begins, and again in mid-summer to promote blooming. Pinch back any dead or damaged growth as needed to keep the plant looking tidy and to encourage more blooms. Deadheading spent flowers will also help encourage continued blooming, though rose mallow tends to flower best in mid-summer through fall. As the growing season ends, prepare the plant for winter by cutting it back in late fall to about 3-6 inches from the ground, especially in colder climates, to help protect the roots and allow it to thrive season after season.