Lavatera species Tree lavatera (Malvaceae) Evergreen shrub

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Lavatera species
Tree lavatera
Evergreen shrub
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The Lavatera species plant species is found in S. Europe - Greece. It is a member of the Malvaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Tree lavatera.

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Latin Name:  Lavatera species
Common Name:  Tree lavatera
Family:  Malvaceae
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Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  2.4   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Not known

Cultivation Notes: Easily grown in any ordinary garden soil[1]. Prefers a light well-drained moderately fertile soil in full sun[200]. A soil that is too rich encourages foliar growth at the expense of flowering[200]. Tolerates maritime exposure[200]. An unknown species from Greece given to us by Bill of Falmouth. It is very fast growing, even in a very exposed position but is short lived, usually only 3 - 4 years before it starts breaking up in the wind. The plant is probably too floriferous for its own good but if self-sows freely. Plants in this genus are notably resistant to honey fungus[200].

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