Barnsley' is a vigorous woody shrub that is usually cut back each spring to prevent it from becoming struggly. It bears masses of red-centred, soft pink blooms which age to pink. Growing Details: Common Name: Tree Mallow Genus: Malvaceae Skill Level: Beginner Exposure: Full sun, Partial shade, Shade Hardiness: Hardy Soil type: Well-drained/light, Acidic, Chalky/alkaline Height: 1-2.5m Spread: 1-2.5m Description: Lavatera is extremely long flowering and vigorous mallow that will thrive in well-drained soils. It is deciduous.