Ornamentals
Shrub- Island Tree Mallow![]() Botanical Name: Lavatera assurgentiflora Family: Malvaceae Description: Evergreen shrub; naturalized in central and southern coastal areas of California; native of Santa Barbara Islands; 10 to 12 feet high and wide Sun: Full to part sun Water: Drought tolerant to occasional watering Soil: Adaptable, prefers good drainage Habit and form: Fast growing, upright, multi-branched, broad leaves Flower type: Striking, large tropical-looking flower, 2 to 3 inches across Flower color & bloom season: Bright pink/lavender flowers with white stripes bloom heaviest spring to summer Uses, if any, for plant and/or flowers: Attracts birds and butterflies; can be used as a windbreak hedge ![]() Pruning time & method: Can be trained as small tree;
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