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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