Marshmallow (Althaea officinalis) — the marsh mallow of old gardens, with pale pink flowers and velvety leaves. A tall perennial that loves moisture, and whose root gave us the first marshmallow. The root is lifted from the second year; its mucilage gave old-fashioned sweets their name.
Botanical name: Althaea officinalis
Sowing: under cover, 50–60 days before planting out
Spacing: 50 cm between plants, 60 cm between rows
Germination: 14–21 days at 18–20 °C
Height: 100–150 cm
Contents: 0.5 g
| Life cycle | Perennial |
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