Shrub

Lavatera ‘Barnsley Baby’

Tree Mallow 'Barnsley Baby'
Hardiness H4

Soft blush-pink flowers with darker centres cover the compact Lavatera ‘Barnsley Baby’ from summer into autumn. Growing around 1 to 1.5 metres, it brings the long flowering season of larger tree mallows to smaller gardens and needs full sun with freely draining soil.

SKU: LAVA-55-Y

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Size
Max Height
1.0 m — 1.5 m
Max Spread
1.0 m — 1.5 m
Growth Habit
Densely branched plant with compact, leafy, rounded overall shape.
Planting Position
Sunlight Indicates how much direct sunlight the plant needs each day. Full sun means 6+ hours, part shade is filtered or morning sun, and full shade is little to no direct sun.
Full Sun
Aspect Aspect refers to the direction the planting spot faces (north, south, east or west). It affects light levels, warmth and exposure.
West North East
Exposure Exposure describes how sheltered or exposed a plant’s position is, particularly to wind and weather.
Sheltered
Hardiness Hardiness indicates how well a plant tolerates cold conditions outdoors. Higher ratings generally mean greater frost tolerance.
(−10 to −5 °C) Hardy in most of Ireland
Ideal Soil Conditions
Soil Type Soil type describes the texture of the soil (clay, sand, loam, chalk). This affects drainage, nutrients and how roots grow.
Chalk Clay Loam Sand
Soil Moisture Soil moisture tells you how wet or dry the soil should be for best growth. Match this to your garden conditions for healthier plants.
Moist but permeable / Free draining
Soil pH Soil pH measures how acidic or alkaline the soil is. It affects nutrient availability and can impact plant growth.
Acid Alkaline Neutral
Plant Uses & Merits
Uses
  • Patios / Courtyards
  • Coastal Areas
  • Flower Borders
  • Against Wall
Merits
  • Drought Resistant
  • Generally pest-free

Lavatera ‘Barnsley Baby’ Description

Lavatera ‘Barnsley Baby’ is a compact shrubby mallow producing masses of pale blush-pink to almost white flowers with darker rosy centres from early summer into autumn. Grey-green lobed foliage forms a bushy mound generally around 1 to 1.5 metres high and wide, considerably smaller than many older Lavatera cultivars. Grow in full sun in fertile, well-drained soil and avoid heavy waterlogged ground. It flowers best in a warm open position but can be damaged by severe frost or cold wet winters. In exposed Irish gardens, shelter from strong winds helps protect the brittle stems. Prune in spring after the worst frost has passed, cutting back the previous season’s growth to a framework of healthy buds to encourage fresh flowering shoots.

Planting Guide for Lavatera ‘Barnsley Baby’

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Care guide for Lavatera ‘Barnsley Baby’

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Uses for Lavatera ‘Barnsley Baby’ & Garden Styles it suits

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