Malva multiflora
Malva multiflora, or Cretan tree-mallow, is a perennial ornamental plant that prefers part shade and medium water. It grows to a height of 0.6–1.2 meters and produces purple flowers from April to June. This plant thrives in loamy, chalky, or sandy soils and is suitable for USDA zones 5–9. It attracts pollinators but is not fragrant and not toxic.
Light
Partial shade
Watering
Medium water
Soil
Loamy, Chalky, Sandy
Height
0.6–1.2 m
Spread
0.4–0.6 m
Zones
5–9
Flower colors