- How are wild mallows watered?
- Do wild mallows need to be fertilized?
- Can wild mallow be transplanted?
- Does a cut make sense?
- Which pests and diseases can occur?
- Do wild mallows need winter protection?
Wild mallows can be grown not only in the garden bed, but also in the tub. The plants with their beautiful flowers ensure blooms all summer long. The mallow hardly needs care. How to care for mallows in the garden or tub.
The wild mallow needs neither many nutrients nor plenty of water
How are wild mallows watered?
Watering wild mallow is only necessary when it is very hot or if it has not rained for a long time. If the mallows are grown in the bucket, make sure that the soil does not dry out completely.
Pour the water around the plant so the leaves don't get wet. This will prevent the occurrence of mallow rust.
Do wild mallows need to be fertilized?
Wild mallows need few nutrients. If you have leftover spring compost or horn shavings ($39.99), spread the fertilizer around the plants.
Fertilization is not necessary in the tub, as the plants are pulled out after the second year anyway.
Can wild mallow be transplanted?
Wild mallows develop long taproots. So transplanting is not possible.
Does a cut make sense?
If the wild mallow gets too big, you can shape it with garden shears. However, this is not absolutely necessary.
Which pests and diseases can occur?
Pests almost occur on wild mallows. They are presumably held off by the plant's mucilage and tannins.
Mallows often suffer from mallow rust. This is a fungal disease that is favored by excessive humidity. If mallow rust occurs, cut off all affected parts of the plant and dispose of them in the household waste. Do not throw leftovers in the compost! To prevent mallow rust you should:
- Never sow wild mallows in the same spot two years in a row
- Do not plant mallows too densely
- never wet the leaves when watering
- Replace the soil completely in the bucket
- Clean bucket carefully
Do wild mallows need winter protection?
Wild mallows are fully hardy. Winter protection is therefore not required.
tips
Some gardeners consider wild mallow to be a weed because it sows itself and reaches deep into the earth with its long taproots. Self-seeding can be prevented by cutting off the flowers immediately after they have bloomed.