How to Grow and Care for Musk mallow

Musk mallow, also known as White mallow, Hollyhock

Musk mallow is a hardy perennial that tends to have minimal care requirements, thriving best in well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Special care should be taken to avoid overwatering, as musk mallow is drought-tolerant and excessive moisture can lead to root rot. Deadheading spent flowers can encourage further blooming and maintain the plant's appearance.

Watering schedule: Every week

Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

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Planting and Growing Musk mallow

Toughness	High
Care Level	Medium
Care Difficulty	Easy
Lifespan	Perennial, Annual
Watering Schedule	Every week
Sunlight Requirements	Full sun
Soil Type	Garden Soil
Soil pH	6-7.5
Planting Time	Spring
Hardiness Zones	4-8

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Musk mallow is distinguished by its lush, herbaceous growth reaching heights of 2 to 3 feet (60 to 90 cm). From the axils of its deeply lobed leaves, striking, large pink blossoms unfurl in a delicate arrangement of five petals, each flower spanning roughly 1.5 to 2 inches (4 to 5 cm) in diameter. Blooming prolifically from early summer through fall, its stems and leaf undersides carry a soft pubescence. Notably, when observed up close, the flowers exude a subtle, musky fragrance.