Photo by Almost Eden
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Malvaviscus 'Red Hot'
Also Known As
- Ladies' Eardrops
- Red Hot Turk's Cap
- Red Hot Turk's Turban
- Red Spreader Turk's Cap
- Scotchman's Purse
- Wild Fuchsia
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 3'-5'
- W: 4'-6'
planting zones
- 7b-11
Malvaviscus 'Red Hot' plant details
Malvaviscus 'Red Hot' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer red flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular 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 'Red Hot'
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: malvaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 3 FT - 5 FT - tall
- Flowers: red blooms in fall, spring and summer
- Uses: container plant, floriferous, houseplant
GROWING CONDITIONS for Malvaviscus 'Red Hot'
- USDA Zones: 7b - 11
- Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: heat and humidity
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Almost Eden
Garden photo gallery of Malvaviscus 'Red Hot'
Gardening facts about Malvaviscus 'Red Hot' plant
How to Grow Malvaviscus 'Red Hot'
Sun Exposure
- sun - dappled shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- red
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- bees
- hummingbirds
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
- fall
Foliage Season
- 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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