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Key characteristics

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

Shrubs

Lavatera x clementii 'Rosea'

Rosea Tree Mallow

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.

Light

Full sun to partial shade

Water

Low

Bloom time

Mid-summer to early fall

Find this plant

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.

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