Anisodontea Lady in Pink, 2/3L
£15.00
notes
A compact member of the hollyhock family, Anisodontea Lady in Pink is a bushy sub shrub which bears a profusion of flowers over a long period of time. These flowers are bright pink with darker centres and will bloom for most of the year if kept frost free.
Dimensions
- 2/3L
- Height and Spread: 50cm (1ft 7in) x 50cm (1ft 7in) in 2-5 years
Features
notes
A compact member of the hollyhock family, Anisodontea Lady in Pink is a bushy sub shrub which bears a profusion of flowers over a long period of time. These flowers are bright pink with darker centres and will bloom for most of the year if kept frost free.
Insights
Native to South Africa, Anisodontea is also known as an African mallow, and, due to its heritage, it does need protecting in harsh winters- unless it is planted in a particularly warm, sheltered spot, it may be best to plant in a container, for easy overwintering under cover.
Details
- Flowers: April – September
- Half hardy
Planting
- Moist, well-drained soil
- Full sun
- South or West aspect
- Sheltered
Care
- Protect in harsh winter weather
- Propagates easily from cuttings
- Cut back in spring after last frost has passed
- Drought tolerant once established
Glossary
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