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    Malvaviscus arboreus var. mexicanus 'Paquito Pink'

    Also Known As

    • Malvaviscus arboreus var. mexicanus 'Pink'
    • Mexican Turk's Cap

    Plant type

    perennial

    size

    • H: 6'
    • W: 4'

    planting zones

    • 8a-11

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    Malvaviscus arboreus var. mexicanus 'Paquito Pink' plant details

    Malvaviscus arboreus var. mexicanus 'Paquito Pink' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Malvaviscus arboreus var. mexicanus 'Paquito Pink'

    Plant type: perennial
    Plant family: malvaceae
    Foliage: semi-evergreen green
    Mature size: 0 - 4 FT - wide, 0 - 6 FT - tall
    Flowers: pink blooms in fall, spring and summer
    Uses: container plant, long-blooming, showy

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Malvaviscus arboreus var. mexicanus 'Paquito Pink'

    USDA Zones: 8a - 11
    Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
    Watering frequency: regular
    Soil needs: average and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    PINK TURK'S CAP - A shrubby evergreen in the south, herbaceous in zone 8. A subtropical hibiscus relative, this uncommon form blooms pink. The 2-3" blossoms do not open flat out like hibiscus, they are swirled like a Turk's Cap. A rare and unusual variety that will thrive in summer weather attracting hummingbirds and butterflies. Likes morning sun, light shade in afternoon, growing up to 4-6'

    By: Accents for Home and Garden

    Gardening facts about Malvaviscus arboreus var. mexicanus 'Paquito Pink' plant

    How to Grow Malvaviscus arboreus var. mexicanus 'Paquito Pink'

    • Sun Exposure

      • mostly sun - mostly shade

    • Water Needs

      • regular

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • pink

    • Wildlife

      • beneficial insects
      • bees
      • butterflies
      • hummingbirds

    • Flower Season

      • spring
      • summer
      • fall

    • Foliage Season

      • semi-evergreen

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    Malaviscus arboreus var. drummondii

    aka Malvaviscus arboreus, Ladies' Eardrops, Lipstick Hibiscus, Scotchman's Purse, Turk's Cap, Turk's Turban, Turkcap, Wax Mallow, Wild Fuchsia

    Plant Type

    Shrub, Perennial

    Zones

    7b-11

    Size

    Height: 12'-16'

    Width: 8'-12'

    • sun - dappled shade
    • regular - drought tolerant
    Photo of Malaviscus arboreus var. drummondii flower, foliage by Forest & Kim Starr
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    Malvaviscus arboreus

    aka Malvaviscus candida, Malvaviscus drummondii, Malvaviscus mollis, Ladies' Eardrops, Red Turk's Cap, Scotchman's Purse, Turk's Cap, Turk's Turban, Wild Fuchsia

    Plant Type

    Tree, Shrub

    Zones

    9a-12

    Size

    Height: 4'-5'

    Width: 4'-5'

    • sun - mostly shade
    • regular
    Photo of Malvaviscus arboreus flower by Almost Eden
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    Malvaviscus penduliflorus

    aka Malvaviscus arboreus var mexicanus, Malvaviscus arboreus var penduliflorus, Giant Red Turks Cap, Mexican Turks Cap, Sleepy Hibiscus, Sleepy Mallow

    Plant Type

    Shrub, Perennial

    Zones

    9a-11

    Size

    Height: 5'-8'

    Width: 4'-6'

    • sun - mostly shade
    • even moisture - regular
    Photo of Malvaviscus penduliflorus flower by Almost Eden
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    Malvaviscus penduliflorus [pink-flowered]

    aka Malvaviscus arboreus var. mexicanus rosea, Malvaviscus arboreus var. penduliflorus 'Rosea', Giant Pink Turks Cap, Mexican Turks Cap, Sleepy Hibiscus, Sleepy Mallow

    Plant Type

    Perennial

    Zones

    9a-11

    Size

    Height: 5'-8'

    Width: 4'-6'

    • sun - mostly shade
    • regular
    Photo of Malvaviscus penduliflorus [pink-flowered] flower, foliage by Almost Eden
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    Malvaviscus penduliflorus [white-flowered]

    aka Malvaviscus arboreus var. penduliflorus alba, Malvaviscus penduliflorus 'Alba', Giant White Turk's Cap, Mazapan, Mexican Turks Cap, Sleepy Hibiscus, Sleepy Mallow

    Plant Type

    Perennial

    Zones

    9a-11

    Size

    Height: 5'-12'

    Width: 4'-6'

    • sun - mostly shade
    • even moisture - regular
    Photo of Malvaviscus penduliflorus [white-flowered] flower, foliage by Almost Eden
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