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Features
Family
Malvaceae
Native
Southwest Europe and Northern Africa
Life Cycle
Annual
Plant Height
Tall (Greater than 24")
Bloom Season
Summer to frost
About Pink Rose Mallow Seeds
Lavatera trimestris
2"-3" saucer shaped pink blooms.
Planting Rose Mallow
Plant Spacing
A group of 3 seeds every 12"
Light Required
Full sun
Plant Height
Tall (Greater than 24")
Planting Depth
1/8"
Planting Details
| Seed Depth | 1/8" |
|---|---|
| Seed Spacing | A group of 3 seeds every 12" |
| Thinning | When 1" tall, thin to 1 every 12" |
| Germination | 10 - 40 days |
| Start Indoors | 6 to 8 weeks before your average last frost date. Ideal soil temperature for germination is 65°-70°F. |
| Direct Sow | RECOMMENDED. 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date. |
| Special Sowing | Soak seed in water for 12 hours, or nick the seedcoat before sowing. Darkness aids germination; sow at recommended depth. |
| Special Care | Readily reseeds. Deadhead regularly to encourage flowering and if self-sowing is not desired. |
Find Your Frost Date & Grow Zone
Average First Frost Date
October 19
Average Last Frost Date
May 19
Your Hardiness Zone is
5b
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5 reviews
- Margaret V.CA, United StatesVerified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars6/12/26Always good.
Germinates at what seems 100%.
I cast the 5 seeds into a 12”x12” foot of dirt that I dug up, fertilized and then raked with my fingers. Then I put some compost dirt on top of the seeds, like a 1/4” deep, watered them using the mist setting.
I kept the foot of dirt wet for several days. Then they got watered by me and my hose whenever I could.
It climbs up whatever garden structure I put it near.
Now the first time I used these seeds, and I have bought 5 or 6 seed packets of these, it was a crazy disaster. I used no restraint. I put all the seeds in my hand and threw them onto the 8’x30’ area with such wonderful “chaos” gardening. I felt like I had arrived. But I didn’t prepare the ground. In several years of this, I learned that without watering them, they will not grow. Those days when I was still trying to cast a pack of seeds, I learned about dirt and soil, and plants that climb and plants the hang, and more. I guess I still don’t read the packet. I just learn a lot every year.
These are beautiful flowers, and they don’t disappoint. Just make friends with one or two plants every year. I’m a good gardener now, measured by how hard I work, and plants I grow. By the happiness I feel when I walk under my pink mallow trellis.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateWho do you grow for? YourselfHow do you prefer to grow? Raised BedBIBotanical Interests6/13/26Hey Margaret,
What an amazing gardening journey you've shared with our Pink Rose Mallow Seeds! We love hearing about your evolution from "chaos" gardening to becoming the thoughtful gardener you are today. That 100% germination rate is fantastic, and it sounds like you've really mastered the art of soil prep and consistent watering over the years. Walking under your pink mallow trellis must be pure magic! Your story shows that gardening is all about learning and growing alongside our plants. Thanks for sharing your beautiful Pink Rose Mallow success with us! Keep on growing 🌻️
- Ashley T.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars4/8/26Lovely Plants!
Excellent germination. Even had extra to share with my neighbors. Beautiful flowers, healthy plants. Adore this variety.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests4/12/26Hey Ashley,
We're so thrilled to hear your Pink Rose Mallow Seeds had excellent germination and you even had extras to share with your neighbors! How wonderful that you're spreading the beauty around. These gorgeous pink beauties really are something special with their stunning blooms and healthy growth. It sounds like you've got them thriving perfectly! Your garden is going to be absolutely gorgeous with these lovely mallows adding their beautiful pink color and charm. Keep on growing 🌻️
- VeneseRated 5 out of 5 stars2/6/265 Stars
I love BI seeds and products.
- RoVerified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars8/28/25Grew so well in ground
Once this plant was transferred to the ground, it took off. Grew to about 3 ft and is a great space filler. Does so nicely that way rather than in a pot/planter. Beautiful blooms and they last. they held up well while we had a rough windy period of 25+mph gusts. definitely buying again!
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests8/28/25Hey Ro,
Thank you so much for sharing your fantastic experience with our Pink Rose Mallow Seeds! We absolutely love hearing how they really took off once you got them in the ground - that 3-foot growth and space-filling ability is exactly what makes these such amazing garden performers! It's wonderful that you discovered they do so much better in the ground versus containers - that's such valuable insight for other gardeners. Those beautiful, long-lasting blooms are really something special, and we're so impressed they held up through those rough 25+ mph wind gusts! That shows just how sturdy and resilient these mallows are once they're established. We're thrilled you're planning to buy again - they're going to be even more spectacular next season! Keep on growing 🌻️
- Cheryl S.Verified BuyerRated 4 out of 5 stars11/27/244 Stars
I have great looking seedlings where I protected them from the birds. Great plant and seeds. Will update as we go along.