Malva sylvestris var. mauritiana Zebrina (Zebra Mallow)

Malva sylvestris var. mauritiana ‘Zebrina’ (Zebra Mallow) is an erect, bushy, biennial or perennial boasting attractive flower spikes adorned with 5-petaled, soft pink flowers with striking, raspberry-purple veins.

Malva sylvestris var. mauritiana 'Zebrina' (Zebra Mallow) is an erect, bushy, biennial or perennial boasting attractive flower spikes adorned with 5-petaled, soft pink flowers with striking, raspberry-purple veins. Blooming from summer to fall, the showy flowers, 2 in. across (5 cm), are produced in abundance in the leaf axils. They are visited by many insects, especially bees for pollen. The leaves stand on long hairy footstalks, and are divided into 5-9 shallow lobes. Heat and drought tolerant, Zebra Mallow is perfect for cottage or wildflower gardens. Excellent in containers too.

  • Grows up to 2-4 ft. high (60-120 cm) and 1-2 ft. wide (30-60 cm). Will self-seed in the garden if happy, providing years of blooms.
  • Performs best in full sun or part shade, in average, medium moisture, well-drained soils. Best flower color is obtained in full sun.
  • Easy to grow, Common Mallow is a welcomed addition to beds and borders, cottage gardens and wildflower meadows.
  • Virtually pest and disease free. Keep an eye out for hollyhock rust.
  • Propagate by seed

Requirements

Hardiness 4
– 8

Climate Zones 1, 1A, 1B, 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
Plant Type Perennials
Plant Family Malva – Mallows
Exposure Full Sun, Partial Sun
Season of Interest Summer (Early,Mid,Late)Fall
Height 2'
– 4'
(60cm
– 120cm)
Spread 1'
– 2'
(30cm
– 60cm)
Spacing 18″
– 24″
(45cm
– 60cm)
Water Needs Average
Maintenance Low
Soil Type Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained
Characteristics Showy
Tolerance Drought, Rabbit
Attracts Bees, Butterflies
Garden Uses Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers
Garden Styles Informal and Cottage, Prairie and Meadow