Hibiscus moscheutos / SWAMP ROSE MALLOW
Hibiscus moscheutos, commonly known as Swamp Rose Mallow, is a striking perennial that features large, showy flowers in shades of white, pink, or red, with dark centers, blooming from mid to late summer. The plant's broad, lobed green leaves provide an attractive backdrop to the dramatic blooms, which can reach up to 12 inches in diameter and attract pollinators like butterflies and hummingbirds. Swamp Rose Mallow thrives in moist, well-drained soils and full sun, making it an excellent choice for rain gardens, wetland areas, or along the edges of ponds. Its bold flowers and tall, sturdy stems create a dramatic focal point in the garden, adding color and structure. Known for its ability to tolerate both heat and wet conditions, Hibiscus moscheutos is a low-maintenance, resilient perennial that brings beauty and interest to any landscape.
· ORIGIN - NC native
· EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - Full sun
· FLOWER COLOR - white to pink
· HEIGHT - 3-7 ft
· HABIT - deciduous
· MOISTURE - moist/well drained
· HARDINESS ZONES - 5-9
Hibiscus moscheutos, commonly known as Swamp Rose Mallow, is a striking perennial that features large, showy flowers in shades of white, pink, or red, with dark centers, blooming from mid to late summer. The plant's broad, lobed green leaves provide an attractive backdrop to the dramatic blooms, which can reach up to 12 inches in diameter and attract pollinators like butterflies and hummingbirds. Swamp Rose Mallow thrives in moist, well-drained soils and full sun, making it an excellent choice for rain gardens, wetland areas, or along the edges of ponds. Its bold flowers and tall, sturdy stems create a dramatic focal point in the garden, adding color and structure. Known for its ability to tolerate both heat and wet conditions, Hibiscus moscheutos is a low-maintenance, resilient perennial that brings beauty and interest to any landscape.
· ORIGIN - NC native
· EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - Full sun
· FLOWER COLOR - white to pink
· HEIGHT - 3-7 ft
· HABIT - deciduous
· MOISTURE - moist/well drained
· HARDINESS ZONES - 5-9
Hibiscus moscheutos, commonly known as Swamp Rose Mallow, is a striking perennial that features large, showy flowers in shades of white, pink, or red, with dark centers, blooming from mid to late summer. The plant's broad, lobed green leaves provide an attractive backdrop to the dramatic blooms, which can reach up to 12 inches in diameter and attract pollinators like butterflies and hummingbirds. Swamp Rose Mallow thrives in moist, well-drained soils and full sun, making it an excellent choice for rain gardens, wetland areas, or along the edges of ponds. Its bold flowers and tall, sturdy stems create a dramatic focal point in the garden, adding color and structure. Known for its ability to tolerate both heat and wet conditions, Hibiscus moscheutos is a low-maintenance, resilient perennial that brings beauty and interest to any landscape.
· ORIGIN - NC native
· EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - Full sun
· FLOWER COLOR - white to pink
· HEIGHT - 3-7 ft
· HABIT - deciduous
· MOISTURE - moist/well drained
· HARDINESS ZONES - 5-9
