| Tree-mallow - Lavatera arborea Tree-mallow - Lavatera arborea© Robin Chittenden www.harlequinpictures.co.uk  Tree-mallow is a very imposing biennial plant, a natural counterpart to the hollyhock. It is often found on rocky ground in coastal areas in the west, frequently near sea-bird colonies. The flower spikes are deep pink, with darker pink veins. They offer both nectar and pollen to bees. The plant's leaves are ivy-shaped, crinkled and velvety to the touch. AnimalsHoney bee, Red-tailed bumble bee
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