Hibiscus coccineus 'Summer Snow'

Also Known As

Scarlet Hibiscus
Scarlet Rose Mallow
Swamp Hibiscus
Texas Star
White Texas Star Hibiscus

Plant type

shrub, perennial, aquatic

size

H: 6'-8'
W: 3'-4'

planting zones

5b-11

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Hibiscus coccineus 'Summer Snow' plant details

Hibiscus coccineus 'Summer Snow' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial aquatic shrub with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge followed by green fruit. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture water. Does well in rich soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hibiscus coccineus 'Summer Snow'

Plant type: perennial aquatic shrub
Plant family: malvaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 6 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hibiscus coccineus 'Summer Snow'

USDA Zones: 5b - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: rich

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Snow-covered in mid-summer with large brilliantly-white flowers, this 6-8' head-turning almost-native perennial is a knock-out in any border or swampy native area. Sun/Med-Wet

By: Forestfarm

A WHITE form of the scarlet hibiscus is the largest & most beautiful of America's native plants. Like the red species, 6"-8" across. Blooms all summer & fall. Lives in wet spots in nature but will take average moisture after being watered well the first year. Absolutely spectacular. Size varies w/ moisture. Can live in a pond in summer.