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    • Photo of Abelmoschus moschatus ssp. tuberosus flower by Peter Richardson

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    Abelmoschus moschatus ssp. tuberosus

    Also Known As

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

    Plant type

    perennial

    size

    • H: 1'-6'
    • W: 3'-6'

    planting zones

    • 9a-12

    Abelmoschus moschatus ssp. tuberosus plant details

    Abelmoschus moschatus ssp. tuberosus is a fast-growing broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry when dormant. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Abelmoschus moschatus ssp. tuberosus

    Plant type: perennial
    Plant family: malvaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 3 FT - 6 FT - wide, 1 FT - 6 FT - tall
    Flowers: pink blooms in summer

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Abelmoschus moschatus ssp. tuberosus

    USDA Zones: 9a - 12
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
    Watering frequency: regular - low
    Resistant to: heat and humidity
    Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

    Gardening facts about Abelmoschus moschatus ssp. tuberosus plant

    How to Grow Abelmoschus moschatus ssp. tuberosus

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular - drought tolerant

    • Water Needs

      • dry when dormant

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained
      • rich

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant
      • humidity tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • pink

    • Wildlife

      • butterflies
      • hummingbirds

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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