Hibiscus 'Plum Crazy'

Also Known As

Hibiscus moscheutos 'Plum Crazy'
Hardy Hibiscus
Plum Crazy Mallow

Plant type

shrub, perennial

size

H: 48"
W: 48"

planting zones

4a-9b

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Hibiscus 'Plum Crazy' plant details

Hibiscus 'Plum Crazy' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial shrub with purple foliage. In summer purple flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and even moisture water. Does well in rich soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hibiscus 'Plum Crazy'

Plant type: perennial shrub
Plant family: malvaceae
Foliage: deciduous purple
Mature size: 48 IN wide, 48 IN tall
Flowers: purple blooms in summer
Uses: clumping

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hibiscus 'Plum Crazy'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture

Soil needs: rich

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

SHOWY!, the 10" plum-red flowers contrasted against dark-purple, maple like foliage make this incredible rounded 3-4' shrub (20 years in development) spectacular as border or specimen. S/MPP11854

By: Forestfarm

Unique lavender-plum 10" flowers with distinctive purple veining. Handsome maple-like leaves on plants 4' x 4'

By: Dancing Oaks Nursery

A new hybrid from the Fleming brothers breeding program, this very hardy, compact and most attractive selection of Mallow will add interest to the late summer garden. It stays compact at 4', plus 'Plum Crazy' has distinctive purple veined foliage and 7" wide plum colored blossoms that are accented with a deeper colored eye.