Product review for Prairie Mallow Overall Rating: Write an online review and share your thoughts with other customers Sort Reviews: Newest | Oldest | Highest Rating | Lowest Rating   :: Viewing page 2 of 2  -  Thursday, July 02, 2009 hardy Reviewed By: Sharon (Aldie, Virginia) Have had for 3 or 4 years, took a while to get going, (plus I moved once),but they are hardy, even if I don't water them much. I only have a few spikes, not at all bushy like the picture- more wild looking as they grow. The color is a light purple, not anything close to red. The floweres last long. I would say if you don't mind waiting, and like a natural cottage feel, get some since they are kind of tall and add some charm and interest as they pop up.  -  Wednesday, June 23, 2010 disappointed Reviewed By: Lynne (Smithville, OH) Called Gurney's last year because the color did not match what I ordered, which was red. Mine bloomed a light lavender. Gurney was gracious and sent a replacement order last fall. Again, this summer, I still don't have carmine red blooms, instead they are a purple. The foliage is nice, but if you want red blooms, do NOT order this item. You will be disappointed like me.  -  Monday, June 28, 2010 not red Reviewed By: T (Columbus, OH) This plant is NOT red, but a light pink/lavendar. They are pretty, just be warned. Also, my plants grow to about 40+ inches tall - so plant in the back of your beds. If you are in a windy area the stalks will fall over and turn brown. Make sure to clip the stalks after they are done blooming and they'll rebloom.  -  Tuesday, June 15, 2010 NOT RED Reviewed By: Rebecca (Atlantic Beach, FL) These flowers are not red. They are light purple. I planted them anyway. We'll see.  -  Thursday, June 03, 2010 Carmine flowers ? Not at all ! Reviewed By: Francisco Henriques (Jersey City, NJ) I just bought 2 plants as it was the first time I ordered from Gurney's and didn't know what to expect. Well, the flowers are light purple without a trace of carmine. The picture in the catalog is deceiving.