Tree mallow (Lavatera assurgentiflora)

Pronunciation:	lav-ah-tear-ah
Alternative botanical names:	none
Alternative common names:
Family:	Malvaceae
Native to:	Channel Islands
USDA zones:	9-10
Sunset zones:	14-24
Hardy to:	unknown
Exposure:	full sun
Water:	will tolerate drought when established
Height x width:	6' x 5'
Flowers in:	mid-winter through fall
Colors:	purple
Fragrance:	none
Additional comments:	This lavatera is a California native. A beautiful speciman is located at the entry to the Santa Barbara Botanical Garden. Our lavatera is growing is a sunny dry location with other California natives.