Lavatera maritima is a fast growing shrub with upright stems, rounded habit and soft grey-green lobed leaves.
It is grown for its solitary hibiscus-like mauve to lavender flowers with deep crimson centres. Flowers for most of the year, more prolifically in spring and summer
It is best suited a Mediterranean climate with dry summers and wet winters.
These are very hardy plants they love full sun, will tolerate light shade and grow well in coastal conditions. Once established they will tolerate drought.
A great choice for coastal garden that want a cottage garden feel along the border or shrubbery.