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    Malva moschata 'Alba'

    Also Known As

    • White Musk Mallow

    Plant type

    perennial

    size

    • H: 2'-3'
    • W: 1'-2'

    planting zones

    • 3a-9b

    Malva moschata 'Alba' plant details

    Malva moschata 'Alba' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Malva moschata 'Alba'

    Plant type: perennial
    Plant family: malvaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
    Flowers: white blooms in summer
    Uses: cottage garden

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Malva moschata 'Alba'

    USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
    Watering frequency: regular
    Soil needs: average and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    "Pure white and highly desirable" (G. S. Thomas) are the hollyhock-like flowers on their 2-3' stalk of this easy-going perennial with its attractive deeply-lobed foliage and long blooming season. S/M

    By: Forestfarm

    Gardening facts about Malva moschata 'Alba' plant

    How to Grow Malva moschata 'Alba'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • white

    • Wildlife

      • bees
      • butterflies

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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