Family Malvaceae (mal-VAY-see-ee) Genus Pavonia (pav-ON-ee-uh) Species braziliensis (bra-SIL-ee-un-sis)
Category Perennials Height 2-3 ft. Spacing 15-36 in. Sun Exposure Full Sun, Sun to Partial Shade Bloom Color Pale Pink, White - Red Center Bloom Time Late Spring-Mid Fall Foliage Semi-Evergreen, will lose leaves with frost
Hardiness Zone 8a to 10 F Zone 8b to 15 F Zone 9a to 20 F Zone 9b to 25 F
Soil pH Requirements Unknown
Water Requirements Drought tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Pruning Instructions Prune if desired to keep from getting leggy
Propagation Methods From seed; sow indoors before last frost self sows freely; deadhead if you don not want volunteer seedlings next season
Patent Information Unknown
Other Details Attractive to bees, butterflies, and birds Blooms last only 1 day
Freezing Temps by Year: 2009-2010 Year: Freezing temps 12/09 & 01/10 * moderate winter 2010-2011 Year: Freezing temps 01/11 & 02/11 * moderate winter 2011/2012 Year: Freezing temps 12/11 & 01/12 * mild winter 2012/2013 Year: Freezing temps 12/12 & 01/13 *very mild winter