Marshmallow is a stately, velvety-leafed perennial herb with a rich history in traditional gardens. Marshmallow is prized for its soft, silvery foliage and delicate pink flowers that create an elegant backdrop in herb gardens and cottage-style plantings.

Plant Characteristics:

Height: 4-6 feet tall with a 2-3 foot spread
Foliage: Large, heart-shaped leaves covered in soft, downy hairs giving a silvery-gray appearance
Flowers: Five-petaled pale pink to white flowers, 1-2 inches across, bloom from mid to late summer
Growth habit: Upright, clumping perennial with sturdy stems
Root system: Deep taproot with fibrous secondary roots

Growing Conditions:

USDA Hardiness Zones: 3-9
Sun exposure: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Thrives in moist, rich soil but adapts to various conditions including clay
Water needs: Prefers consistent moisture; tolerates wet conditions better than drought
pH: Neutral to slightly alkaline soils preferred

Garden Uses:

Traditional herb gardens for growing herbs
Back-of-border plantings
Cottage gardens and informal landscapes
Rain gardens and moist areas
Historical and heirloom garden themes
Wildlife gardens (attracts bees and beneficial insects)
Indoor gardens
Organic herb gardens
Medicinal herb gardens with yarrow
Pollinator gardens
Starter plugs and seedlings

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