• Lavatera x clementii ‘Baby Barnsley’
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Lavatera x clementii ‘Baby Barnsley’

Tree Mallow

£14.39
£17.99
£14.39

3 litre pot

Bursting with soft pink blooms all summer long, Lavatera ‘Baby Barnsley’ is the perfect choice for gardeners wanting the charm of its full-sized cousin in a compact, manageable shrub. Easy to grow and a magnet for bees, it’s ideal for sunny borders, patios, or pots—giving maximum colour with minimal effort.
  • Extended blooming season
  • Fast-growing
  • Low maintenance
  • Great in borders and containers

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  • Aspect

    Full sun

  • Hardiness

    Fully hardy

  • Flowers

    June, July, August, September

  • Soil type

    Free-draining soil; sandy or loamy preferred

Lavatera x clementii ‘Baby Barnsley’

  • Why we like this plant

    If you love Lavatera ‘Barnsley’ but don’t have the space, Baby Barnsley is your dream come true. It keeps all the charm—masses of soft pink flowers, fast growth, and pollinator appeal—but in a more compact form. Perfect for pots, patios, or the middle of a mixed border, it brings sunshine and softness wherever it goes.

  • About this plant

    Lavatera ‘Baby Barnsley’ is a compact, floriferous shrub that brings a long-lasting burst of colour to the garden with its pale pink, hibiscus-like flowers and dark green foliage. A smaller version of the popular Lavatera ‘Barnsley’, this variety is perfect for smaller gardens, borders, or containers. It flowers profusely from early summer into autumn, attracting bees and butterflies with ease. Its upright form, fast growth, and low maintenance needs make it a great choice for sunny spots where you want instant impact.

  • Key features

    • Soft pink hibiscus-like flowers
    • Compact and bushy habit
    • Long flowering period
    • Ideal for pollinators
    • Great for smaller gardens or pots

  • Eventual height and
    spread

    Height: 120–150cm | Spread: 100–120cm

  • Growth
    habit

    Compact and bushy, with upright branching stems topped with saucer-shaped flowers.

  • Moisture

    Moist but well-drained

  • Position in
    the Garden

    Great for sunny borders, patios, or as a container feature

Planting guide

Plant in spring or early autumn in a sunny, sheltered spot with well-drained soil. Prune back hard in early spring each year to keep it tidy and encourage flowering.

Care tips

Cut back hard in early spring to promote healthy, bushy growth. Feed with a balanced fertiliser as new growth appears. Water during dry spells, especially in containers.

Winter care

In colder areas, mulch around the base in autumn to protect roots. Cut back hard in early spring to encourage bushy new growth. Avoid heavy, wet soils in winter.