Subtle in appearance spotting elegant blooms, a Lavatera will draw cosmetic attention wherever they are placed. They possess abundant foliage that contrasts well with the bright blooms making them a garden favourite. Are you curious about growing Lavatera in pots? Well, you have come to the right place! This article sheds light on when and how to grow these semi-evergreen plants in pots. You will also find tips on caring for your Lavatera in the long run. First things…
If you notice that your Lavatera shrub is discolouring or wilting, there is a high chance that they are suffering from disease or pest issues, the good news is that it is nearly always treatable. It is crucial to identify the culprit according to the symptoms displayed to employ a suitable treatment method. This is usually as simple as applying a pesticide for pests and fungicide for fungus infections such as Hollyhock rust and mildew. In the sections below, are…
Why is my Lavatera wilting? This is a common question that most people who are growing Lavatera ask at some point. Lavatera plants grow well without issues but sometimes problems like wilting arise. Wilting has various causes in a Lavatera and I will cover these in detail below. When you finish reading through the article, you will have an inkling of what is affecting your plants and how to solve it or if you need to completely replace your Lavatera….
Lavatera is one of my favourite shrubs, but one common problem with them is that the leaves often start to turn yellow, especially on more established plants. If you notice your Lavatera’s leaves yellowing, there might be a problem. Instead of guessing what the problem could be, it is better to investigate and figure out what really going on. Firstly, I just want to highlight a couple of things you need to consider before jumping in and blaming pests or…
The simple answer is, yes, you should. Unless you have plans of letting them grow wild, cutting back Lavatera (also known as mallows) is beneficial for the overall health of the plant and its appearance. Many people have asked me this question because they are worried that cutting back Lavatera would be detrimental. In the information presented in this article, you will discover why pruning Lavatera is advantageous and how you should do it. In general Lavatera, usually the shrubby…