Malva thuringiaca 'Renlav'PBR — Bushy

Overview

Malva thuringiaca 'Renlav'PBR is a bushy shrubs in the genus Malva, part of the Malvaceae family, with semi evergreen foliage. Malva thuringiaca 'Renlav'PBR grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, gravel garden, mediterranean climate plants and wildlife gardens.

About

Malva thuringiaca 'Renlav'PBR is a bushy shrub cultivar within the Malva genus, known for its semi-evergreen foliage and rounded, typically lobed leaves. It thrives in full sun and prefers sheltered, south- or west-facing aspects with well-drained soils such as chalk, loam, or sand, tolerating a range of pH levels from acid to alkaline. Hardy to UK zone H4, this cultivar is suitable for cottage and informal gardens, gravel gardens, Mediterranean climates, and wildlife gardens. It flowers in summer and autumn, and propagation is best done by seed or softwood cuttings in early summer due to its potentially short lifespan.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Malva

Sunlight: Full sun
Soil type: Chalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moisture: Well-drained
Aspect: South-facing, West-facing
Exposure: Sheltered
UK hardiness: H4

Plant details

Malva thuringiaca 'Renlav'PBR size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Shrubs
Habit: Bushy
Foliage: Semi evergreen
Suggested uses: Cottage and informal garden, Gravel garden, Mediterranean climate plants, Wildlife gardens

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Malva thuringiaca 'Renlav'PBR

Propagation: Propagate by seed, or by softwood cuttings from stems or basal shoots in early summer. Plants can be short-lived so regular propagation is recommended
Pest resistance: May be susceptible to aphids
Disease resistance: May be susceptible to stem rot, a rust, and soil-borne fungal diseases

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Malva thuringiaca 'Renlav'PBR?

Malva thuringiaca 'Renlav'PBR prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Malva thuringiaca 'Renlav'PBR need?

Malva thuringiaca 'Renlav'PBR is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.

Is Malva thuringiaca 'Renlav'PBR hardy in the UK?

Malva thuringiaca 'Renlav'PBR has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.

How do I propagate Malva thuringiaca 'Renlav'PBR?

Propagate by seed, or by softwood cuttings from stems or basal shoots in early summer. Plants can be short-lived so regular propagation is recommended.

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