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    • Photo of Hibiscus lasiocarpos flower by Alan Lorence

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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

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    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

    This native perennial Hibiscus produces 5-6" wide white, cream, or pink flowers with a deep burgundy eye over a long period in summer. Native to moist acidic soils but will perform nicely in average garden soils in full sun. A butterfly larval host plant for Hairstreaks, Blues, Coppers, and others.

    By: Almost Eden

    Gardening facts about Hibiscus lasiocarpos plant

    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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