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Hibiscus

Hibiscus flowers are probably the most dramatic in the garden and can bloom as large as a child's head in gorgeous colors. The hibiscus plant itself is large and dramatic, and needs plenty of space to show off. Although the huge funnel-shaped flowers each seldom lasts more than a day, they are abundant and the plant blooms over several weeks. The large leaves tend to draw Japanese beetles. Hibiscus needs plenty of water, so grow it in a rich, loose, well-drained soil where you can water it easily and regularly during dry spells.

Light:
Sun
Zones:
6-11
Plant Type:
Perennial
Plant Height:
4-10 feet tall, depending on variety
Plant Width:
3-5 feet wide, depending on variety
Landscape Uses:
Containers, Beds & Borders
Special Features:
Flowers, Attracts Butterflies, Tolerates Wet Soil, Easy to Grow

Top Varieties


(Hibiscus moscheutos 'Blue River II') shows off large, 10-inch-wide pure-white blooms on 6-foot stems in midsummer to fall. Zones 5-10
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(Hibiscus moscheutos 'Fireball') is one of the most stunning perennial hibiscus. It bears bold red flowers to 12 inches across on 5-foot-tall stems. It grows 3 feet wide. Zones 5-9
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(Hibiscus moscheutos 'Lord Baltimore') bears 10-inch-wide bright cherry red flowers on 4-foot stems in midsummer to fall. Zones 5-10
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(Hibiscus 'Luna Pink Swirl') is a compact selection bearing 8-inch-wide flowers in pink and white. It grows 3 feet tall and wide. Zones 5-10
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(Hibiscus 'Luna Red') is a compact selection at 2- to 3-feet tall. Its 8-inch deep burgundy red flowers bloom from mid-summer to fall. Zones 5-10
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(Hibiscus moscheutos 'Strawberry Swirl') offers creamy-pink and white flowers with a red center and maple-shape foliage. It grows 4 feet tall and wide. Zones 4-10
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(Hibiscus coccineus) grows to 7-feet tall and bears brilliant red 5-inch flowers in summer. It is a dramatic plant for Zones 7-9
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Plant It With


Joe-pye weed

Joe-Pye weed matches hibiscus in stature but bears flattish heads of dusty rose flowers in contrast to the bold funnel-shaped ones of hibiscus.

Miscanthus

Tall miscanthus planted among hibiscus presents a natural looking scene and thrive under similar conditions.

Turtlehead

The tubular pink or white flowers of turtlehead are good companions for hibiscus in sunny damp places. Plant turtleheads at the feet of hibiscus to camouflage unattractive stems.

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