Bowles' Mauve Wallflower

Bowles' Mauve Wallflower

1 Gallon / Purple
$16.90
Sale price  $16.90 Regular price 
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Bowles' Mauve Wallflower

Erysimum 'Bowles' Mauve

A beloved, long-blooming evergreen perennial with profuse clusters of fragrant, soft lavender-mauve flowers, perfect for sunny borders and cottage gardens.

$16.90
Sale price  $16.90 Regular price 
Size1 Gallon
Flower ColorPurple

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Because of their size and weight, our plants are not suitable for long-distance shipping and are delivered locally to ensure health and quality.

While delivery is limited to our local service area, we’re happy to support garden design and plant selection remotely.

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Erysimum 'Bowles' Mauve' is a beloved, long-blooming evergreen perennial prized for its profuse clusters of fragrant, lavender-mauve flowers and tidy, upright habit. This popular wallflower forms a bushy, sub-shrubby mound of narrow, linear, gray-green leaves that provide a soft, textural backdrop. From late winter through spring and often into summer, it produces an abundance of small, four-petaled, sweetly fragrant flowers in a soft, cool lavender-mauve hue, attracting bees, butterflies, and other early-season pollinators. Exceptionally drought-tolerant once established, deer resistant, and adaptable to a range of well-drained soils, it is an outstanding choice for sunny borders, cottage gardens, rock gardens, coastal gardens, containers, and mass plantings.

Knowing how we measure the size?

Knowing how we measure the size?

When browsing our plants, you may notice size terms such as Gallon, Multi, or Stand. These describe how a plant is grown, containerized, or structured at the time of sale — not just its height. Understanding these terms will help you choose the right plant for your space and expectations.

🌱 Gallon Size (Container Size)

Gallon refers to the size of the nursery container the plant is currently growing in (e.g. 1 Gallon, 5 Gallon, 15 Gallon).

  • A larger gallon size generally means:

    • A more established root system

    • A sturdier plant

    • Faster visual impact after planting

  • Example:

    • 5 Gallon: Ideal for residential gardens, easy to handle, good balance of value and maturity

    • 15 Gallon: More mature, provides quicker results in the landscape

Note: Gallon size does not guarantee a specific height, as growth varies by species.


🌳 Multi (Multi-Trunk / Multi-Branch Form)

Multi indicates the plant has multiple trunks or main stems growing from the base.

  • Commonly used for:

    • Ornamental trees

    • Feature plants

    • Japanese maples, olives, crepe myrtles, etc.

  • Why choose Multi:

    • Fuller, more sculptural appearance

    • Strong visual presence even at younger ages

    • Popular for design-focused landscapes


🌲 Stand (Single-Trunk / Standard Form)

Stand (short for Standard) refers to a single, dominant trunk with a raised or naturally formed canopy.

  • Commonly used for:

    • Shade trees

    • Street trees

    • Orchard and structural plantings

  • Why choose Stand:

    • Clean, classic tree form

    • Easier clearance for walkways and lawns

    • Preferred for long-term structure and uniformity


🌿 Choosing the Right Size

  • If you want instant impact → larger Gallon, Multi form

  • If you want long-term structure → Stand form

  • If you want flexibility and value → mid-size Gallon containers

If you’re unsure which size or form fits your project, our team is happy to help you select the best option based on your space, timeline, and design goals.

Quick facts
  • Foliage & Flowers: Narrow, linear, gray-green leaves; profuse clusters of small, four-petaled, fragrant, soft lavender-mauve flowers, blooming from late winter through spring into summer .
  • Mature Height: 24-48 inches (2-4 ft)
  • Mature Spread: 24-48 inches (2-4 ft)
  • Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Hardiness Zones: USDA 6-11 ; Sunset 4-9, 14-24
  • Light Requirement: Full sun to partial shade (best flowering in sun)
  • Core Benefits: Long bloom season (late winter to summer), fragrant lavender-mauve flowers, evergreen foliage, drought tolerant, deer resistant, attracts pollinators.
  • Best Uses: Sunny borders, cottage gardens, rock gardens, coastal gardens, containers, mass plantings, pollinator gardens.
FAQs

Q: How long does Bowles' Mauve Wallflower bloom?
A: It has a very long bloom season, typically from late winter through spring and often into summer, providing months of fragrant, soft lavender-mauve flowers.

Q: Is it a perennial or a biennial?
A: It is a short-lived perennial (often 3-5 years). Taking cuttings or allowing it to self-seed will ensure its continued presence in the garden.

Q: How large does it get?
A: It forms an upright, bushy clump, typically reaching 2-4 feet in both height and spread.

Q: Is it drought tolerant?
A: Yes, once established, it is drought tolerant. Water regularly during its first year, then little to no supplemental water is needed. It thrives in well-drained soils.

Q: How much sun does it need?
A: For the most abundant flowering, plant in full sun (at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily). It will tolerate light shade but will flower less.

Q: Is it deer resistant?
A: Yes, it is generally resistant to deer and rabbits.

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