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    Malva sylvestris 'Mystic Merlin'

    Also Known As

    • Mystic Merlin Malva

    Plant type

    perennial

    size

    • H: 4'-5'
    • W: 2'

    planting zones

    • 6a-8b

    Malva sylvestris 'Mystic Merlin' plant details

    Malva sylvestris 'Mystic Merlin' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer blue, lavender and purple flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Malva sylvestris 'Mystic Merlin'

    Plant type: perennial
    Plant family: malvaceae
    Foliage: semi-evergreen green
    Mature size: 2 FT wide, 4 FT - 5 FT - tall
    Flowers: blue, lavender and purple blooms in fall and summer
    Uses: easy-to-grow, heirloom, long-blooming, self-sowing

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Malva sylvestris 'Mystic Merlin'

    USDA Zones: 6a - 8b
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: regular - occasional
    Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Funnel-shaped flowers in shades of rich purple, lavender and light blue bloom along the tall stems in late spring to mid autumn. The petal tips are notched and the darker veining gives a dramatic air. Self sows, blooms first year.

    By: Select Seeds

    Gardening facts about Malva sylvestris 'Mystic Merlin' plant

    How to Grow Malva sylvestris 'Mystic Merlin'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular - occasional

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained
      • rich

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • blue
      • lavender
      • purple

    • Flower Season

      • summer
      • fall

    • Foliage Season

      • semi-evergreen

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