Malvaviscus arboreus, Sleepy Mallow, Sleepy Hibiscus, Ladies teardrop (0.45m)

$20.80
by IMGM

Malvaviscus arboreus is a species of flowering plant in the hibiscus family, Malvaceae, that is native to the Southeastern United States, Mexico, Central America, and South America.  The specific name, arboreus, refers to the tree-like appearance of a mature plant. It is now popular in cultivation and goes by many English names including Turkcap, Turk's turban, wax mallow, ladies teardrop and Scotchman's purse. Its flowers do not open fully and help attract butterflies and hummingbirds.

 

 

Sunlight: Full Sun

Water: Water when soil feels dry to the touch, do not over-water.

Fertiliser: Keep your plant in top form by feeding it every few weeks with a dilute solution of liquid fertiliser or sprinkling solid fertiliser over the soil.

Plant Size: Approx. 45cm (vary in sizes)

Rootball Size: 23cmØ x 16cmH

Pot Type: Plant comes in a brown plastic landscape pot (with drainage holes)

 

* Product photo shown is for reference only. Actual plant colour, type, size and arrangement may differ from photo.

* Kindly take note when you're purchasing matching pot, the diameter has to be larger than the rootball size.