Northwest Blooms · Shrubs
Lavatera x clementii 'Rosea'
Rosea Tree Mallow
- Family
- Malvaceae
- Height
- 3 to 6 feet
- Width
- 4 to 6 feet
- Flower color
- Rose-pink
- Foliage color
- Gray-green, semi-evergreen, with a slightly hairy texture
- Bloom time
- Mid-summer to early fall
- Light
- Full sun to partial shade
- Water
- Low
- Maintenance
- Low; prune lightly after flowering to encourage new growth
- Growing zone
- USDA Zones 7 to 9
- Wildlife
- Bees and butterflies
About this plant
Lavatera x clementii 'Rosea' is a deciduous shrub celebrated for its profusion of soft pink, funnel-shaped flowers that bloom from late spring through early autumn. Each blossom features delicate veining and a darker pink center, adding depth to its floral display. The flowers are complemented by deeply lobed, gray-green foliage, creating a harmonious contrast that enhances its ornamental appeal.
'Rosea' has become a favored choice for gardeners seeking a long-blooming, low-maintenance plant that adds vibrant color to borders and mixed plantings. Its robust nature and extended blooming period make it a standout performer in a variety of garden settings.
Works well in
Sun Gardens · Cottage Gardens · Borders · Pollinator Gardens
Companion plants
Catmint · Feather reed grass · Salvias · Coneflowers · Lavenders · Sedums
Design tip
Place ‘Rosea’ toward the middle or back of a sunny border, where its broad, shrubby form can provide a backdrop for lower-growing plants. Pair it with finer-textured foliage or smaller-flowered plants to contrast with its large pink blooms and keep the planting visually balanced.
