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    • Photo of Malaviscus arboreus var. drummondii flower, foliage by Forest & Kim Starr

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    Also Known As

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

    Plant type

    shrub, perennial

    size

    • H: 12'-16'
    • W: 8'-12'

    planting zones

    • 7b-11

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    Malaviscus arboreus var. drummondii plant details

    Malaviscus arboreus var. drummondii is a broadleaf evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial shrub with green foliage. In summer red flowers emerge. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, alkaline, average, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and seaside / salt tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Malaviscus arboreus var. drummondii

    Plant type: perennial shrub
    Plant family: malvaceae
    Foliage: evergreen or semi-evergreen green
    Mature size: 8 FT - 12 FT - wide, 12 FT - 16 FT - tall
    Flowers: red blooms in summer
    Uses: tropical-looking

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Malaviscus arboreus var. drummondii

    USDA Zones: 7b - 11
    Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
    Watering frequency: regular - low
    Resistant to: heat, humidity and seaside / salt
    Soil needs: acidic, alkaline, average, gritty, rich and well-drained

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    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    A multitude of upward facing, sleepy, scarlet blooms are held above the soft, dark green foliage from late spring to frost. A hardy and long-lived, spreading to upright perennial, Turk's Cap is an easy to grow heirloom that will flower in sun or light shade. An excellent nectar plant for hummingbirds as well as butterflies, especially the yellow Sulphurs. Resistant to browsing by deer and moderately drought resistant once well-established. The ripe fruits are readily consumed by birds and other wildlife, along with the occasional curious human.

    By: Almost Eden

    In Hibiscus-like fashion, beak-like pistils pokeout of tightly furled bright scarlet petals. Large, bright, light green leaves make a stunning contrast that, together with the bright flowers makes the most buoyant garden ingredient. It's native to the SE US, Mexico, Central America and South America, and butterflies and hummingbirds find it alluring. 12 - 16' T x 8 - 12' W, the specific epithet, arboreus, means tree. It can bloom freely all year given advantageous circumstances. Minimum temperature: 10 °F

    By: Dancing Oaks Nursery

    Gardening facts about Malaviscus arboreus var. drummondii plant

    How to Grow Malaviscus arboreus var. drummondii

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - dappled shade

    • Water Needs

      • regular - drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • acidic
      • alkaline
      • adaptable
      • average
      • well-drained
      • rich
      • gritty

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant
      • humidity tolerant
      • seaside / salt tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • red

    • Wildlife

      • bees
      • butterflies
      • hummingbirds

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen
      • semi-evergreen

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