Photo of Hibiscus moscheutos [pink form] by Almost Eden

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Hibiscus moscheutos [pink form]

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 4'-6'
  • W: 4'-5'

planting zones

  • 5a-10b

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Hibiscus moscheutos [pink form] plant details

Hibiscus moscheutos [pink form] is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average and rich soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hibiscus moscheutos [pink form]

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: malvaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 4 FT - 5 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in summer
Uses: tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hibiscus moscheutos [pink form]

USDA Zones: 5a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: heat and humidity
Soil needs: average and rich

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

6-8" wide pink to white flowers with a dark burgundy eye are produced throughout much of summer on this vigorous and hardy native perennial. We were kindly supplied with seeds of the pink form of our native Crimson-Eyed Rosemallow and are now finally able to share them with you. Prefers moist to wet soils but established plants can tolerate average moisture conditions fairly well. They can reach 7' by the end of summer but are more commonly seen in the 4-5' range.The foliage may be used as a butterfly larval host by Hairstreaks, Blues, Coppers, and others. Images shown are examples, actual flower color may vary slightly since these are seedlings. The huge flowers and clump forming habit of the 'Hardy Hibiscus' make them excellent for adding bold summer color to the perennial garden and landscape. You can also use them as the center piece for large container gardens, in bog gardens, at the edges of ponds, or in any other sunny and consistently moist site.

Gardening facts about Hibiscus moscheutos [pink form] plant

How to Grow Hibiscus moscheutos [pink form]

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • bees
    • butterflies
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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Plant Type

Tree, Shrub

Zones

6a-9b

Size

Height: 4'-12'

Width: 3'-4'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture
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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 5'-6'

  • sun
  • even moisture - regular
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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
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Zones

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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
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