Overview

Malva x clementii 'Barnsley Pink' is a bushy shrubs in the genus Malva, part of the Malvaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Malva x clementii 'Barnsley Pink' grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include coastal, cottage and informal garden, wildflower meadow, wildlife gardens and flower borders and beds.

About

Malva x clementii 'Barnsley Pink' is a deciduous, bushy shrub cultivar within the Malva genus, known for its rounded, typically lobed leaves and five-petalled flowers. This cultivar thrives in full sun and prefers fertile, moist but well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH. It is hardy to UK zone H5 and can be grown in a variety of garden settings including coastal, cottage, wildflower meadows, and flower borders. Flowering interest occurs in summer and autumn, making it a valuable addition to informal and wildlife gardens.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Malva

Sunlight
Full sun
Soil type
Loam
Soil pH
Neutral
Soil moisture
Moist but well-drained
Aspect
South-facing, East-facing, North-facing, West-facing
Exposure
Exposed, Sheltered
UK hardiness
H5

Plant details

Malva x clementii 'Barnsley Pink' size, habit and characteristics

Plant type
Shrubs
Habit
Bushy
Foliage
Deciduous
Suggested uses
Coastal, Cottage and informal garden, Wildflower meadow, Wildlife gardens, Flower borders and beds

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Malva x clementii 'Barnsley Pink'

Propagation
Seed, Softwood cuttings from stems or basal shoots in early summer
Pest resistance
Aphids
Disease resistance
Stem rot, Rust, Soil-borne fungal diseases

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Malva x clementii 'Barnsley Pink'?

Malva x clementii 'Barnsley Pink' prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.

What soil does Malva x clementii 'Barnsley Pink' need?

Malva x clementii 'Barnsley Pink' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.

Is Malva x clementii 'Barnsley Pink' hardy in the UK?

Malva x clementii 'Barnsley Pink' has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.

How do I propagate Malva x clementii 'Barnsley Pink'?

Seed, Softwood cuttings from stems or basal shoots in early summer.

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