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Malvaviscus 'Missy Puryear'
Also Known As
- Malvaviscus x 'Missy Puryear'
- Missy Puryear's Pink Turks Cap
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 3'-4'
- W: 3'-5'
planting zones
- 7b-11
Malvaviscus 'Missy Puryear' plant details
Malvaviscus 'Missy Puryear' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen shrub with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular - occasional water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Malvaviscus 'Missy Puryear'
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: malvaceae
- Foliage: semi-evergreen green
- Mature size: 3 FT - 5 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
- Flowers: pink blooms in fall, spring and summer
- Uses: easy-to-grow, floriferous, long-blooming
GROWING CONDITIONS for Malvaviscus 'Missy Puryear'
- USDA Zones: 7b - 11
- Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
- Watering frequency: regular - occasional
- Resistant to: heat and humidity
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Almost Eden
Garden photo gallery of Malvaviscus 'Missy Puryear'
Gardening facts about Malvaviscus 'Missy Puryear' plant
How to Grow Malvaviscus 'Missy Puryear'
Sun Exposure
- sun - dappled shade
Water Needs
- regular - occasional
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- pink
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- bees
- hummingbirds
Flower Season
- fall
- summer
- spring
Foliage Season
- semi-evergreen
Landscape groups by tags
See other plant types of Malvaviscus for your garden
aka Malvaviscus arboreus, Ladies' Eardrops, Lipstick Hibiscus, Scotchman's Purse, Turk's Cap, Turk's Turban, Turkcap, Wax Mallow, Wild Fuchsia
Plant Type
Shrub, Perennial
Zones
7b-11
Size
Height: 12'-16'
Width: 8'-12'
- sun - dappled shade
- regular - drought tolerant
aka Malvaviscus candida, Malvaviscus drummondii, Malvaviscus mollis, Ladies' Eardrops, Red Turk's Cap, Scotchman's Purse, Turk's Cap, Turk's Turban, Wild Fuchsia
Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Zones
9a-12
Size
Height: 4'-5'
Width: 4'-5'
- sun - mostly shade
- regular
aka Malvaviscus arboreus var mexicanus, Malvaviscus arboreus var penduliflorus, Giant Red Turks Cap, Mexican Turks Cap, Sleepy Hibiscus, Sleepy Mallow
Plant Type
Shrub, Perennial
Zones
9a-11
Size
Height: 5'-8'
Width: 4'-6'
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
aka Malvaviscus arboreus var. mexicanus rosea, Malvaviscus arboreus var. penduliflorus 'Rosea', Giant Pink Turks Cap, Mexican Turks Cap, Sleepy Hibiscus, Sleepy Mallow
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
9a-11
Size
Height: 5'-8'
Width: 4'-6'
- sun - mostly shade
- regular
![Photo of Malvaviscus penduliflorus [pink-flowered] flower, foliage by Almost Eden](https://d3bbsv6h7qkr8y.cloudfront.net/44/f1/44f18f6c098a67913ae3e67bc38ceda7.webp)
aka Malvaviscus arboreus var. penduliflorus alba, Malvaviscus penduliflorus 'Alba', Giant White Turk's Cap, Mazapan, Mexican Turks Cap, Sleepy Hibiscus, Sleepy Mallow
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
9a-11
Size
Height: 5'-12'
Width: 4'-6'
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
![Photo of Malvaviscus penduliflorus [white-flowered] flower, foliage by Almost Eden](https://d3bbsv6h7qkr8y.cloudfront.net/e2/8b/e28bb3483203190436f8d62b67523f65.webp)
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