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    • Photo of Hibiscus 'Rubrum' by Annie's Annuals & Perennials

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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

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    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

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    NOT A TROPICAL HIBISCUS and one of my favorite July to Fall blooming “Flower Floozie” shrubs! Selected and cutting grown from our prettiest mother plant, this Chinese species enlivens the later season garden with extra large, 6”, cherry-centered, single pink flowers perfectly pre­sented against a backdrop of large, lush, soft emerald green, poplar-shaped leaves. A spec­tacular bloomer and nicely branching to 6’x5’ (easily pruned shorter). Best in rich, loamy soil. More beautiful every year. Deciduous.

    By: Annie's Annuals & Perennials

    Gardening facts about Hibiscus 'Rubrum' plant

    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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    aka Hibiscus mutabilis x syriacus 'Tosca', Tosca Rose of Sharon

    Plant Type

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    Zones

    6a-9b

    Size

    Height: 4'-12'

    Width: 3'-4'

    • sun - mostly shade
    • even moisture
    Photo of Hibiscus 'Tosca' flower by Hoot Owl Hollow Nursery
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    Hibiscus schizopetalus

    aka Hibiscus schizopetalus 'Japanese Lantern', Coral Hibiscus, Fringed Hibiscus, Japanese Lantern, Japanese Lantern Hibiscus

    Plant Type

    Shrub

    Zones

    10a-12

    Size

    Height: 6'-8'

    Width: 5'-6'

    • sun
    • even moisture - regular
    Photo of Hibiscus schizopetalus flower by Ziqqy J
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    Hibiscus tiliaceus [variegated]

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    Plant Type

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    Zones

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    Size

    Height: 8'

    Width: 8'

    • sun - mostly shade
    • even moisture
    Photo of Hibiscus tiliaceus [variegated] foliage by Almost Eden
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    Hibiscus denudatus

    aka Paleface, Rock Hibiscus

    Plant Type

    Shrub

    Zones

    9a-10b

    Size

    Height: 1'-3'

    Width: 1'-3'

    • sun
    • even moisture
    Photo of Hibiscus denudatus by Stan Shebs
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    Abelmoschus moschatus ssp. tuberosus

    aka Abelmoschus moschatus var. tuberosus, Hibiscus abelmoschus, Hibiscus rhodopetalus, Hibiscus sagittaefolius, Hibiscus subnudus, Climbing hibiscus, Musk mallow

    Plant Type

    Perennial

    Zones

    9a-12

    Size

    Height: 1'-6'

    Width: 3'-6'

    • sun - mostly sun
    • regular - drought tolerant
    • dry when dormant
    Photo of Abelmoschus moschatus ssp. tuberosus flower by Peter Richardson
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