Mallow Growing Guide
Welcome to the Tortopia Common Mallow Growing Guide. Common Mallow is a beautiful flowering plant that is loved by many tortoises. It's easy to grow and rewards you with plenty of edible leaves and flowers throughout the season.
🌿 Did You Know?
Did you know? Common Mallow has been grown in gardens for hundreds of years and both its leaves and flowers are edible.
📄 Free Printable Care Sheet
🌱 How to Plant Your Seeds
- Fill a pot, tray or growing container with compost.
- Water the compost first so it is nicely damp.
- Sprinkle your dandelion seeds lightly over the surface.
- Cover with a very thin layer of compost.
- Place in a bright spot, greenhouse, windowsill or sheltered outdoor area.
- Keep the soil moist, but not soaking wet.
- Once the seedlings are strong, harvest a few leaves at a time.
💚 Daisy’s Top Tip 💚
Mallow grows into a lovely bushy plant, so give it a little extra room and it will reward you with lots of fresh leaves and beautiful flowers.
Tips and Tricks
💧 Watering Tips
✂️ Harvesting Tips
❓ Common Problems
Keep the soil lightly moist while the seeds are germinating.
Try not to let the compost fully dry out, but also avoid overwatering as this can cause seeds or roots to rot.
❓ Common Problems
✂️ Harvesting Tips
❓ Common Problems
My seeds have not grown yet
This could be because they are too cold, too dry, too wet, or planted too deep.
My seedlings are tall and weak
They may need more light.
The soil has gone mouldy
This usually means there is too much water or not enough airflow.
Can I grow this indoors?
[Yes / No / Best answer for this plant.]
✂️ Harvesting Tips
✂️ Harvesting Tips
✂️ Harvesting Tips
Harvest only when the plant has grown strong enough.
Cut leaves carefully rather than pulling the whole plant out, especially if you want it to regrow.
Wash before feeding to your tortoise.
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