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Hibiscus lasiocarpos
Also Known As
- Hibiscus lasiocarpus
- Hairy Swamp Rosemallow
- Swamp Mallow
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 4'-6'
- W: 3'-5'
planting zones
- 5a-10b
Hibiscus lasiocarpos plant details
Hibiscus lasiocarpos is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer cream, pink and white flowers emerge. Attracts bees, birds and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in acidic and average soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Hibiscus lasiocarpos
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: malvaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 3 FT - 5 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
- Flowers: cream, pink and white blooms in summer
- Uses: long-blooming, native plant, tropical-looking
GROWING CONDITIONS for Hibiscus lasiocarpos
- USDA Zones: 5a - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Soil needs: acidic and average
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Almost Eden
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How to Grow Hibiscus lasiocarpos
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- acidic
- average
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
- cream
- pink
Wildlife
- birds
- bees
- butterflies
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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aka Hibiscus syriacus 'Red Pillar', Hibiscus syriacus Red Pillar® PPAF, Red Pillar Rose of Sharon
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 10'-16'
Width: 4'-5'
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - occasional
Scientific Name: Hibiscus syriacus 'Flogi'
aka Hibiscus syriacus 'Pink Giant', Pink Giant Rose of Sharon
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 6'-10'
Width: 5'-8'
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 3'-4'
Width: 3'-4'
- sun - mostly sun
- even moisture - regular
aka Hibiscus moscheutos 'Mallow Marvels', Meehan's Mallow Marvels Hibiscus
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 3'-5'
Width: 2'-4'
- sun - mostly sun
- even moisture - regular
Scientific Name: Hibiscus moscheutos 'Cocker'
aka Hibiscus moscheutos 'Cristi', Cristi™ Swamp Hibiscus
Plant Type
Shrub, Perennial
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 4'-6'
Width: 3'-4'
- sun - mostly sun
- even moisture - regular
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