H perennial
Common Mallow
Malva Sylvestris - Blue Mallow
Common Mallow prefers a sunny position. It was once regarded as one of the most important medicinal herbs. It was once said to be a aphrodisiac. The leaves are used raw or cooked and added to a soup act as a thickener, used as a tea or used in a salad. The flowers used as a garnish in a salad. The leaves can be used to relieve insect bites and stings. Magical powers of exorcism, love and protection. Approx 290 seeds per gram

General Sowing information: Herb seeds can be sown from early spring onwards, when the ground has warmed up they can be direct sown. All herbs come complete with germination instructions.