Today's flower is Malva sylvestris, (Tried Mallow) from the Monk's Catalogue of Flowers and is dedicated to St. Phocas the gardener.
Malva is grown in full sun or partial shade in hot areas; have upright growth with flowers similar to the hibiscus. They can be propagated by division and seed. It does self-sow.
The religious name for mallow is Lady's Cheeses and is a perfect choice for your Mary Garden.
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