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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
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
By: Gossler Farms
By: Hoot Owl Hollow Nursery
Garden photo gallery of Hibiscus 'Tosca'
Gardening facts about Hibiscus 'Tosca' plant
How to Grow Hibiscus 'Tosca'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- pollution tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- pink
- lavender
Wildlife
- hummingbirds
Flower Season
- fall
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
10a-12
Size
Height: 6'-8'
Width: 5'-6'
- sun
- even moisture - regular
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Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
10a-11
Size
Height: 8'
Width: 8'
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture
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Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
9a-10b
Size
Height: 1'-3'
Width: 1'-3'
- sun
- even moisture
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
9a-12
Size
Height: 1'-6'
Width: 3'-6'
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
- dry when dormant
aka Rose Of Sharon
Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Zones
5a-10b
Size
Height: 6'-12'
Width: 4'-10'
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - drought tolerant
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