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Hibiscus coccineus 'Moon Moth'

Also Known As

  • Hibiscus coccineus albus 'Texas Star Moon Moth'
  • Moon Moth Swamp Hibiscus
  • Moon Moth Texas Star

Plant type

perennial, annual / biennial

size

  • H: 4'-6'
  • W: 3'-5'

planting zones

  • 7a-10b

Hibiscus coccineus 'Moon Moth' plant details

Hibiscus coccineus 'Moon Moth' is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial or perennial with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hibiscus coccineus 'Moon Moth'

Plant type: annual / biennial or perennial
Plant family: malvaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 3 FT - 5 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: rare

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hibiscus coccineus 'Moon Moth'

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Rarest of the rare, and gorgeous to boot, 'Moon Moth' has large pinwheels of purest white accented with a showy staminal column covered in yellow pollen. We just love it, and while not hardy for us, we keep it over winter in a dormant state in our cold greenhouse-a cellar would do just fine. A heat-lover, supply regular water.

Gardening facts about Hibiscus coccineus 'Moon Moth' plant

How to Grow Hibiscus coccineus 'Moon Moth'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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