Malva, Mediterranean Mallow, Yellow Leaf Tree Mallow 'Aurea'
Malva olbia
| Family: | Malvaceae (mal-VAY-see-ee) (Info) |
| Genus: | Malva (MAL-vuh) (Info) |
| Species: | olbia (OL-bee-uh) (Info) |
| Cultivar: | Aurea |
| Synonym: | Lavatera olbia |
Category:
Tropicals and Tender Perennials
Water Requirements:
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Sun Exposure:
Sun to Partial Shade
Foliage:
Evergreen
Good Fall Color
Foliage Color:
Chartreuse/Yellow
Height:
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
Spacing:
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
Hardiness:
USDA Zone 8a: to -12.2 °C (10 °F)
USDA Zone 8b: to -9.4 °C (15 °F)
USDA Zone 9a: to -6.6 °C (20 °F)
USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F)
USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F)
USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F)
USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)
Where to Grow:
Danger:
Bloom Color:
Fuchsia (red-purple)
Bloom Characteristics:
Bloom Size:
Bloom Time:
Late Spring/Early Summer
Other details:
Soil pH requirements:
Patent Information:
Non-patented
Propagation Methods:
Seed Collecting:
Regional
This plant has been said to grow in the following regions:
Oakland, California
San Leandro, California
Bay Center, Washington
Gardeners' Notes:
| Rating | Content |
|---|---|
| Positive | On Nov 18, 2002, jkom51 from Oakland, CA (Zone 9b) wrote: Evergreen mallow with fuzzy green leaves dusted golden yellow, dense upright branched growth. Reddish-purple hibiscus-like flowers in summer. Will take part shade, moderate watering once established. Prune to maintain density. Fertilize in spring, remove seed pods for more bloom. A very nice sub-shrub whose bright color lightens up the garden. |
