Plant mallow »A little guide

Which location is suitable?

Mallows are considered adaptable when it comes to finding a suitable one Location. But they prefer to grow in a sunny place. This is where they form most of the flowers. in the Penumbra get along well too.

Tall mallow such as the hollyhock or the Mallowthat tend to grow up to 2 m tall should be planted in a sheltered location. In addition, it is advisable to tie it to a rod to prevent it from twisting.

What properties should the floor have?

Mallow a normal one is enough Garden soil. The only thing they cannot make friends with is compact and peat-rich soils. Ideally, the substrate should have the following characteristics:

• moderately nutrient-rich to nutrient-rich
• humus
• permeable
• slightly calcareous
• fresh to moist environment

What plant spacing is necessary?

Basically, you can orientate yourself on a minimum planting distance of 30 cm. Also, remember that the upward clearance is important when planting your mallow in a pot on the balcony. Some

Mallow species tower extremely high.

How are they sown?

Planting a purchased mallow is not worthwhile. These costs can be saved, because mallow trees are generally capable of germinating well and the sowing happens without any problems. Many species such as the hollyhock or the bush mallow sprout anew every year. Other species like to sow themselves ...

The following is with the sowing to note:

• Moving forward is unnecessary
• Direct sowing between March and May
• Dark germinator: Cover seeds 1 to 2 cm thick with soil
• Germination temperature: 15 to 20 ° C
• Germination time: 2 to 3 weeks

When do mallows bloom?

Depending on the mallow species and provided that it is species-appropriate care Mallow bloom at different times. While some species bloom in May, other species bloom from June or July. The flowering period can last September.

Tips & Tricks

When planted together with lupins or magerites, beautiful contrasts arise when the mallow flowers are in bloom.

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