About

A handsome shrub, reaching 120-250cm, with a compact framework. It displays colourful flowers.

About the genus

Pavonia can be evergreen shrubs or perennials with linear to ovate leaves and bell-shaped flowers, each with a bell-shaped calyx and prominent epicalyx segments, solitary or in terminal panicles in summer

Plant details

Suggested usesBorders, mixed plantings

Care notes

CultivationFertile, well-drained soil
PruningPrune after flowering
PropagationSemi-ripe cuttings
Pest resistanceTrouble-free
Disease resistanceMildew in dry conditions