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Hibiscus moscheutos Cristi™
Scientific Name: Hibiscus moscheutos 'Cocker'
Also Known As
- Hibiscus moscheutos 'Cristi'
- Cristi™ Swamp Hibiscus
Plant type
shrub, perennial
size
- H: 4'-6'
- W: 3'-4'
planting zones
- 4a-9b
Hibiscus moscheutos Cristi™ plant details
Hibiscus moscheutos Cristi™ is a broadleaf deciduous perennial shrub with green foliage. In summer red 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, clay, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Hibiscus moscheutos Cristi™
- Plant type: perennial shrub
- Plant family: malvaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
- Flowers: red blooms in summer
- Uses: rain garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Hibiscus moscheutos Cristi™
- USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
- Resistant to: deer, heat and humidity
- Soil needs: average, clay, rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Forestfarm
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How to Grow Hibiscus moscheutos Cristi™
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- clay
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- red
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
Height: 10'-16'
Width: 4'-5'
- sun - mostly sun
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
Height: 8'-12'
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'-10'
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
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Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 2'-3'
Width: 2'-3'
- sun - mostly sun
- even moisture - regular
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 2'-4'
- sun - mostly sun
- even moisture - regular
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