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Marshmallow

Marshmallow

Product number: 572650
Origin: Europe
Latin: Althaea officinalis

This relative of the hollyhock and mallow grows wild in saline and brackish soils. In the garden, it adapts seamlessly. The plant can grow 1½ m high, has grey felted leaves and 5cm large open (single) flowers.
In white or light pink. The "althaea root" comes from this plant and has medicinal properties for the lungs and respiration. Perennial.

Names:
Latin: Althaea officinalis
Dutch: Echte Heemst
Also known as: Althaea
English: Marsh Mallow

Sowing method: Year-round in a seed tray, first provide warmth for 2-4 weeks (18-22°C), then a cold period, e.g., in the refrigerator (+4°C) for 4-6 weeks, followed by a gradual warming to room temperature, after which germination will occur. The seeds germinate irregularly over a longer germination period. Therefore, do not discard the seedlings too soon. Sowing directly into the garden is also possible; just let winter pass, and germination will take place in the spring.

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