Cape Mallow (Anisodontea Scabrosa) is a perennial shrub in the Malvaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires medium, drought-tolerant once established watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs. It can be grown indoors.
An easy to grow evergreen subshrub that blooms profusely with pink flowers from spring until frost, native to South Africa.

Cape Mallow
Anisodontea Scabrosa
An easy to grow evergreen subshrub that blooms profusely with pink flowers from spring until frost, native to South Africa.
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Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.
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