Lavatera x clementii 'Ruby Star'

Hardy Shrub

£34.99

Showy cerise-pink flowers in summer and autumn

Improved hardiness and longer flowering period

Attracts bees due to high pollen content

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Showy, cerise-pink flowers adorn Lavatera x clementii 'Ruby Star' throughout summer against lobed grey-green foliage. This superb variety has been selected for its improved hardiness and longer flowering, offering a big splash of colour for minimal effort. The trumpet-shaped blooms resemble a hollyhock and like hollyhocks are also a favourite with bees, but they are held on a bushy, fast-growing shrub with a relaxed habit. A deservedly popular shrub that oozes cottage-garden style. Ultimate height and spread: 1.8m (6ft).

Plant height and spread is seasonal therefore we list by pot size rather than a defined plant size. The height and spread of the plant delivered will vary depending on the season, meaning arrival images are an indication only.

Plant Size Height Up to 1.8m (6ft)
Spread Up to 1.8m (6ft)

Hardiness & Longevity Hardy Shrub

Position In full sun

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1 x 3 Litre Potted Plant (KH3846)

Grow lavatera plants in borders and containers outdoors in moist, well drained soil in full sun. When growing lavatera in containers use a soil based compost such as John Innes No. 3.

Feed and water regularly throughout the growing season while young plants become established. Once established, lavatera plants require only occasional attention. Pruning lavatera is best undertaken in spring when all risk of frost has passed and the buds begin to swell. Prune all stems hard to about 30cm above ground level. Mallow can be slow to break bud in spring so be patient with plants that might appear to have died over winter as they may still be dormant.

Seeds and garden supplies will normally be delivered within the time period stated against each product as detailed above. Plants, bulbs, corms, tubers, shrubs, trees, potatoes, etc. are delivered at the appropriate time for planting or potting on. Delivery times will be stated on the product page above, or in your order acknowledgement page and email.

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