How to tend a Malva sinensis
Also known as: Malva sinensis Cav., Malva mauritiana var. sinensis DC., Malva cathayensis M.G.Gilbert, Y.Tang & Dorr
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Water thoroughly when soil is dry, reduce water in summer to avoid root rots
Sunlight
Like adequate light, shade properly under summer strong light
Soil
Peat or soil with specific nutrients
Fertilizer
Dilute fertilizers following instructions, apply 1-2 times monthly in spring and autumn
Pruning
Remove old, diseased, dead leaves and withered flowers timely
About this plant
- Origin
- Asia, Europe, North America
- Category
- Malvaceae, Malva
- Size
- Diameter ⥠10 cm, height ⥠15 cm
- Blooming period
- Flowering period June-October, viewing period 2-3 weeks
- Flower colors
- purple red, white
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