Photo of Hibiscus 'Tosca' flower by Hoot Owl Hollow Nursery

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Hibiscus 'Tosca'

Also Known As

  • Hibiscus mutabilis x syriacus 'Tosca'
  • Tosca Rose of Sharon

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

  • H: 4'-12'
  • W: 3'-4'

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

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Hibiscus 'Tosca' plant details

Hibiscus 'Tosca' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with green foliage. In fall and summer lavender and pink flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something pollution tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hibiscus 'Tosca'

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: malvaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 4 FT - 12 FT - tall
Flowers: lavender and pink blooms in fall and summer
Uses: border plant, showy

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hibiscus 'Tosca'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: pollution
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Has light lavender/white flowers with deeper pink /purple centers. Flowers appear in July/August.
Robust hybrid with ruffled orchid lavender flowers and a carmine eye. A heavy bloomer with flowers much larger than Rose of Sharon. Bold, dark green foliage. Another sterile hybrid.

By: Hoot Owl Hollow Nursery

Gardening facts about Hibiscus 'Tosca' plant

How to Grow Hibiscus 'Tosca'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Special Situation

    • pollution tolerant

Features

  • Flower Color

    • pink
    • lavender
  • Wildlife

    • hummingbirds
  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Season

    • fall
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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