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Hibiscus 'Rubrum'
Also Known As
- Hibiscus mutabilis 'Rubrum'
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 5'-6'
- W: 4'-5'
planting zones
- 6b-10b
Hibiscus 'Rubrum' plant details
Hibiscus 'Rubrum' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Hibiscus 'Rubrum'
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: malvaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 4 FT - 5 FT - wide, 5 FT - 6 FT - tall
- Flowers: pink blooms in fall, spring and summer
- Uses: long-blooming, tropical-looking
GROWING CONDITIONS for Hibiscus 'Rubrum'
- USDA Zones: 6b - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
- Resistant to: deer
- Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained
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How to Grow Hibiscus 'Rubrum'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- pink
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- fall
- summer
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 4'-5'
- sun - mostly sun
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 6'-8'
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 8'-12'
Width: 6'-8'
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
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Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 6'-10'
Width: 5'-8'
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 3'-4'
- sun - mostly sun
- even moisture - regular
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