Rose Mallow ‘Silver Cup’ (Lavatera trimestris)

Winner of the Royal Horticultural Society’s prestigious Award Of Garden Merit ‘Silver Cup’ has large hibiscus-like flowers, pink with a silver sheen. A strong compact plant growing some 60cm tall by 40cm across. Direct sow seed in a sunny garden bed in spring. It will take up to 3 weeks to germinate.

When to sow: Spring
Where to sow: Direct sow
Depth to sow: 6 - 8mm
Aspect:  Full sun or as sunny a spot as possible.
Spacing: Between plants: 40cm
   

Directions:  Direct sow seed during spring. Seed takes 3 weeks to germinate. Thin seedlings to 40cm.