
Common mallow
Malva neglecta
Common mallow is a tough, adaptable plant that grows well in average garden soil with minimal care, tolerating both sun and partial shade. Water regularly but avoid waterlogging, and deadhead spent flowers to extend the blooming season. Its leaves, flowers, and young seed pods are all edible, and it has a long history of use in herbal medicine for soothing inflammation.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Sun
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
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Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
18″
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days • Water Moderately; Allow The Top Inch Of Soil To Dry Between Waterings
Soil pH
7 – 7.5
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Jul 3, 2018 by Cruz Fer (cc-by-sa)
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