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Hardy Hibiscus |
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Hibiscus |
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Swamp Rose Mallow |
Plant Habit: | Herb/Forb |
Life cycle: | Perennial |
Sun Requirements: | Full Sun Full Sun to Partial Shade |
Water Preferences: | Mesic |
Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 5a -28.9 °C (-20 °F) to -26.1 °C (-15 °F) |
Maximum recommended zone: | Zone 10b |
Plant Height: | 4-6 feet |
Plant Spread: | 2-3 feet |
Leaves: | Deciduous |
Flowers: | Showy |
Flower Color: | Bi-Color: White and pink |
Flower Time: | Summer Late summer or early fall Fall |
Wildlife Attractant: | Bees Butterflies Hummingbirds |
Resistances: | Deer Resistant |
Propagation: Seeds: | Suitable for wintersowing Sow in situ Start indoors |
Propagation: Other methods: | Cuttings: Stem Cuttings: Tip Cuttings: Cane Division |
Pollinators: | Various insects |
Containers: | Suitable in 3 gallon or larger Needs excellent drainage in pots |
Miscellaneous: | Tolerates poor soil Patent/Plant Breeders' Rights: PP27880; CPBR5648 |
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