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LAVATERA 'Burgundy Wine'
Commonly known as Shrubby mallow
Very deep pink
Further Reading....
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EvergreenTo semi-evergreen. 3-5 lobed leaves to 12cm (5in) with toothed margins.
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Shades of pinkAll shades of pink through to Carmine (red)Deep pink -
HeightTo 2m (6½ft) -
SpreadTo 2m (6½ft)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightVigorous shrub. Produces stout stems carrying open-funnel-shaped flowers to 7cm (3in) across with darker veins
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Hardy - cold winterHardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F) -
Full sunShelter from cold winds
LAVATERA 'Burgundy Wine'
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Additional Features
Good to knowSyn. Malva x clementii 'Burgundy Wine'. Wildlife plant - insects. Can grow taller in ideal conditions
Pests & DiseasesRust, stem rot, fungal diseases.
Place of originGarden origin. Developed by Peter Catt, Liss Forest Nurseries, Hants., UK.Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus. -
Flower ShapeRacemesTerminal racemes 30-50cm (12-20in) long
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Garden Location/ConditionsBorderSuitable for a shrub borderCottage garden
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HardinessFully hardy
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Leaf margin
Lobed(see photos above) -
Leaf shape
Ovate
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Pruning group
Pruning group 4Suitable for: Deciduous trees and shrubs that flower on current year's growth or are grown for winter stem effect.
Pruning: Hard prune to a low permanent framework.
When: Annually in early Spring.
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Seasonal InterestAutumnSummer
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Soil ConditionsMedium to light, fertile, well drained soil
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Wildlife
Bee friendlyButterfly friendlyRabbit Resistant
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Lavatera - Growing Guide
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