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Abelmoschus moschatus (Musk Mallow)

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Plant Type: Annual
Uses: Fragrance, Foliage, Border
Propagation: Seeds, Stem cuttings
Habit: Upright
Light: Full Sun
Flower Color: Yellow, Red
Blooms:Summer
Width: 2 ft.
Height: 4 - 5 ft.
Fertility: Moderately Rich
Soil: Neutral, Moist, Well-drained, Low
Zone: 4 - 11

This member of the mallow family bears large red flowers with white centers. It is also grown for its musk-scented seeds. In hot climates it is best to grow this annual in filtered sunlight. This annual prefers a soil that is moist and will not tolerate drought. Nick, then soak your seeds overnight. They will sink in the water when they are ready to be planted. This annual is also available in a yellow-flowering variety.