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Hibiscus grandiflorus
Also Known As
- Velvet Mallow
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 96"
- W: 4'
planting zones
- 6a-9b
Hibiscus grandiflorus plant details
Hibiscus grandiflorus is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with blue foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun and even moisture water. Does well in rich soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Hibiscus grandiflorus
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: malvaceae
- Foliage: deciduous blue
- Mature size: 4 FT wide, 96 IN tall
- Flowers: pink blooms in summer
- Uses: velvety
GROWING CONDITIONS for Hibiscus grandiflorus
- USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: even moisture
- Soil needs: rich
Garden photo gallery of Hibiscus grandiflorus
Gardening facts about Hibiscus grandiflorus plant
How to Grow Hibiscus grandiflorus
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- even moisture
Soil Needs
- rich
Features
Foliage Color
- blue
Flower Color
- pink
Wildlife
- hummingbirds
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Texture
- fuzzy
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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
Shrub
Zones
10a-12
Size
Height: 6'-8'
Width: 5'-6'
- sun
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Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
10a-11
Size
Height: 8'
Width: 8'
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture
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Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
9a-10b
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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