Anisodontea CARNIVAL LIGHTS™ ‘Whirlygig’

Common Name:
African Mallow ‘Whirlygig’

Description:
Anisodontea CARNIVAL LIGHTS™ ‘Whirlygig’ is a compact, floriferous evergreen to semi-evergreen shrub valued for its distinctive pink, mallow-like flowers, which feature contrasting deeper pink to burgundy markings radiating from the centre of each bloom. The striking two-tone pattern gives the flowers an eye-catching pinwheel effect and makes ‘Whirlygig’ an attractive feature in sunny garden beds, borders and decorative pots. Its neat, bushy growth and long flowering period provide reliable colour without requiring a large amount of garden space, while the nectar-rich flowers are attractive to bees and other beneficial pollinators. In Melbourne, plant in full sun in fertile, well-drained soil for the strongest growth and most abundant flowering. It tolerates heat and short dry periods once established, although occasional deep watering during prolonged summer conditions will maintain its best appearance. Light pruning and regular tip pruning help keep the shrub compact and encourage fresh flowering growth. Flowers are produced predominantly from spring through autumn, providing months of vibrant garden colour.

Form:

• Shrub - Small

Mature Size:

• Height: 0.8 m
• Width: 0.6 m

Aspect:

• Full Sun

Flowering:

• Flowers in Spring
• Flowers in Summer
• Flowers in Autumn

Flower Colour:

• Pink
• Deep pink to burgundy centre
• Deep pink to burgundy markings

Key Attributes:

• Bee Attracting
• Butterfly Attracting
• Drought Tolerant Once Established
• Heat Tolerant
• Long Flowering
• Perennial
• Pollinator Attracting
• Suitable for Pots

Toxicity:
No significant toxicity to humans, dogs or cats is commonly reported for Anisodontea. The plant is not considered edible and should not be consumed.

Companion Plants:

• Convolvulus cneorum
• Lavender
• Lomandra
• Nepeta
• Osteospermum
• Rosemary
• Salvia
• Westringia

Plant Growers Australia (PGA) is an innovative wholesale production nursery based in Melbourne, renowned for superior quality garden plants and pioneering breeding programs.
PGA do not sell direct to the public, but their website has detailed information on this species that is available for everyone to access. 
Visit www.pga.com.au for further details and photos of this plant.